Undergraduate Course: Scandinavian Literature for Children and Young People (Ordinary) (ELCS09005)
Course Outline
| School | School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 9 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Availability | Available to all students |
| SCQF Credits | 20 |
ECTS Credits | 10 |
| Summary | The course will focus on the range and development of Scandinavian children's literature 1945-2000, examining a wide selection of primary texts. A variety of theoretical issues and critical approaches relevant to the study of children's literature will be covered. The interaction and fluid boundaries between children's and adult literature will form an additional focus. |
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | Essential course texts. |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | Entry to any language course above introductory level is subject to a language test by the relevant subject area on arrival and at the discretion of the course organiser. |
| High Demand Course? |
Yes |
Course Delivery Information
| Not being delivered |
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students will be expected to show the ability:
- to demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of the chosen specialism(s)
- to recognise and acknowledge the complexity of the subject
- to show an understanding of and apply competently relevant concepts and theories
- to construct coherent arguments which demonstrate an awareness of the problems posed by the texts/issues studied
- to demonstrate a high level of expression in both written and oral presentations
- to offer alternative perspectives and show an awareness of contrasting viewpoints.
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Bjarne Thomsen
Tel: (0131 6)50 4022
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Course secretary | Mrs Vivien Macnish Porter
Tel: (0131 6)50 4182
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