Critical Theory Pathway
This pathway enables students with interests in Critical Theory to pursue the study of a number of paradigms and currents within the heterogeneous field of contemporary literary and cultural theories as well as a variety of forms of philosophical reflection on literature.
Structure of the Degree
There are three options open to students who choose this pathway:
1) Foundation module, plus at least two modules from the Core Modules listed below, and up to two other modules from the range of other modules that the Department offers.
2) Foundation module, plus two modules from the Core Modules listed below, and a Dissertation on an approved topic in the field.
3) Foundation module, pls at least two modules from the Core Modules listed below, plus up to one module from the range of other modules that the Department offers, plus a Dissertation on an approved topic in the field.
Critical Theory: Optional Core Modules
EN9A7 Drama and Performance Theory
EN942 World Literature and World Systems
EN943 - Critical Theory and Media Studies: The Frankfurt School and Others
PH967 Benjamin, Brecht, Lukas, Adorno: The Search for Revolutionary Aesthetics
other options (indicative)
EN927 Condition of England: Perceptions in Victorian Literature
For a list of all the modules that the Department of English and Comparative Literary Studies offers, click here.