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This is an introductory course in English-language literature written by, about, or for gay men and lesbians in the twentieth century. We will study a variety of representations of homosexuality in a selection of fictional and non-fictional texts.
Students will learn about gay and lesbian literature, its themes, periodization, and narrative techniques. Further, they will learn how gay and lesbian identity has developed in the twentieth century and how to analyze literary texts that focus on (homo)sexuality.
Students who are admitted to study programmes or individual courses at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for by registering a study plan in StudentWeb.
International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.
Only students admitted to the course may take part in instruction and tuition and sit for the examination.
None.
The course assumes a good proficiency in written and oral English.
This course overlaps with ENG2324 - Homotextuality: Gay and Lesbian Literature.
The course is taught throughout the semester with 2 hours per week, 28 hours in all. At the middle of the semester there is a two-week period with no teaching, which will be used for self-study and work with assignments. The students are expected to attend the course regularly.
Students must turn in an essay (app. 5 standard pages, 11.500 characters) by a stated deadline during the semester.
The essay must be approved before the final exam, consisting of a three-day take-home exam.
Course grades are awarded on a descending scale using alphabetic grades from A to E for passes and F for fail.
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Niels Treschows hus, Level 7
Postal address:
P.O. Box 1003 - Blindern
0315 Oslo
Visiting hours:
Monday - Friday 12.30-15.00
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