ECTS course syllabi
Institute of English Studies
Module
ECTS code
Speciality 1
Hours
90/45
1.2.5-D2-M4a/ 1.2.5-W2-M4a
ECTS points Final requirement
17
graded credit
Year
I
Semester
1
Form
elective
Language Prerequisites
English
none
Provider
Opole University / Faculty of Philology / Institute of English Studies
Studies
Subject
English Philology
Degree
MA
Organization
Full time
Part time
Profile
Academic
Major/Specialty
Literary Studies
Courses in the module
Course name
ECTS code
Form
Specialist seminar 1
1.2.5-D2-SP1a
1.2.5-W2-SP1a
Methods and directions of
research
1.2.5-D2-MKa
1.2.5-W2-MKa
Hours
ECTS points
Instructor
classes 60
10
dr hab. I Dobosiewicz , prof. UO
dr Tomasz Gornat
30
classes 30
7
dr hab. I Dobosiewicz, prof. UO
dr Tomasz Gornat
15
Forms of evaluation of effects (see below for types of effects)
1. written papers and/or tests checking the knowledge acquired during the course (1,2,3,6)
2. seminar group discussion and individual presentations (1 – 8)
Methods of instruction/ forms of classroom activity
In classrooms:
 Lecture: presenting and solving the problem
 Classes: analyzing the texts and group discussion
ECTS points in relation to student’s duties
Specialist seminar 1 (10 ECTS points)
3ECTS points: 60 h (classes) and 30 h (consultations)
2 ECTS points: 60 h of preparation to the classes
3 ECTS points: 75 h of preparation of written papers
2 ECTS points: 50 h of preparation to test(s)
Methods and directions of research 1 (7 ECTS points)
3 ECTS points: 30 h (classes), 15 h (consultations) and 15 h (selfstudy)
2 ECTS points: 50 h of preparation to the classes
2 ECTS points: 50 h of preparation to test(s)
Course description
Module Specialization 1 deals with the English-language literature, particularily prose. It focuses on the essence of fiction, the
structure of a prose literary work and its vital elements. Additionally, it introduces the methods and directions of research in
literary studies in their historic context.
Course objectives
The objective of the course is to extend and systematize the knowledge about the essence of a literary work in prose, as well as
its components linked together in a functioning organic structure. Additionally, the basic knowledge about literary theories is
introduces and explained.
Course content
Specialist seminar 1
The essence of literature, particularly prose. The world presented in fiction: characters, plot, background. The elements of a
literary work that determine its interpretation: pint of view, theme, symbol, allegory, style, diction.
Methods and directions of research 1
General notion of theory, as well as literary theory and literary criticism. Methods and phases of expressing theory. Evolution
of literary theories.
Reading list
A. obligatory reading (to get a credit):
A.1. used in class
Castle, G. The Blackwell Guide to Literary Theory. Oxford: Blackwell, 2007.
Mackay, M. The Cambridge Introduction to the Novel. Cambridge: UP, 2011.
Pickering, J. H. i J. D. Hoeper. Concise Companion to Literature (Part I – Fiction). New York: Macmillan, 1981.
A.2. used for self-study
Effects
B. supplementary reading
As suggested by the instructor on the first meeting.
Knowledge
Student:
1. has advanced knowledge about the essence of literary prose, as well as the methods and directions of
literary research (K_W01, K_W02, K_W03)
2. knows terminology appropriate for literary studies, theory and criticism on advanced level (K_W02)
3. has advanced knowledge about the links between literary studies, literary theory and literary criticism
(K_W05, K_W07)
4. has advanced knowledge about contemporary achievements, trends and schools in literary theory and
criticism (K_W09, K_W10, K_W14, K_W15)
Skills
Student:
5. has advanced academic skills enabling them to analyze literary texts, choose an appropriate research
method, as well as evaluate and present the results (K_U01, K_U02, K_U03, K_U04)
6. can analyze and interpret literary works in prose (K_U07, K_U08, K_U09)
7. can present substantial argumentation using their own outlooks as well as other authors’ approaches;
student can also express conclusions and summaries both in writing and orally (K_U08, K_U14, K_U15)
Social competences
Student:
8. can cooperate and work in a group (K_K04, K_K05, K_K06)
Contact
dr hab. I Dobosiewicz, prof. UO ildob@uni.opole.pl
dr Tomasz Gornat gornatt@uni.opole.pl