Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2017-2018 (archived)
Module FREN2021: LOVE AND LONGING IN FRENCH LITERATURE OF THE ANCIENT REGIME
Department: Modern Languages and Cultures (French)
FREN2021: LOVE AND LONGING IN FRENCH LITERATURE OF THE ANCIENT REGIME
| Type | Open | Level | 2 | Credits | 20 | Availability | Available in 2017/18 | Module Cap | 30 | Location | Durham |
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Prerequisites
- French Language 1 (FREN1011) OR an equivalent qualification to the satisfaction of the Chairman/Chairwoman of the Board of Studies in MLAC or his/her representative.
Corequisites
- Modern Languages, Combined Honours and all Joint and 'with' programmes: French Language 2 (FREN2051). Other: see Chairman/Chairwoman of the Board of Studies in MLAC or his/her representative.
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None.
Aims
- To give a general introduction to French literature of the 17th and 18th centuries by means of a detailed study of representative texts which illustrate the ways this period depicted and discussed rational and emotional behaviour: 'reason and passions'.
- To give a general introduction to developments in the theatre and the novel in the 17th and 18th centuries.
- To improve reading skills in French, techniques of literary analysis, and knowledge of French literature, history and culture.
Content
- Prescribed Texts (subject to change and revision).
- The module is taught in English and French and is examined in English.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
- Student will develop knowledge of French literature, history and culture.
Subject-specific Skills:
- By the end of this module students should have improved reading skills in French and techniques of literary analysis.
Key Skills:
- Skills in written argument and presentation.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- This module is taught by means of a weekly lecture and fortnightly seminar.
- The module will be taught in English and French and assessed in English.
- Students are required to attend all lectures and seminars and are expected to prepare themselves for classes and participate actively in discussions.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 21 | Weekly | 1 Hour | 21 | ■ |
| Seminars | 10 | Fortnightly | 1 Hour | 10 | ■ |
| Preparation and Reading | 169 | ||||
| Total | 200 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Essay 1 | Component Weighting: 40% | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Essay 1 | 2,000 words | 100% | yes |
| Component: Essay 2 | Component Weighting: 60% | ||
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Essay 2 | 2,500 words | 100% | yes |
Formative Assessment:
None.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University