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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2024-09-02

Module Leader:

Iona Murphy

Version Number

2024.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Seminar

Lecture

Synopsis

This module explores British poetry produced in the twentieth century. We may study poets from England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. There will be a consideration of political events and their impact on poetry. This may include The Troubles in Ireland and the Thatcher government in Britain. There will also be … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

Weekly lectures and seminars form the basis of learning on this unit. Students will be encouraged to develop their close reading skills and gain an understanding of applying context to poetics. Students will also learn core transferable skills. Classroom learning is designed to help support independent learning. 

Outline Syllabus

Lectures and seminars may cover poets such as: Jackie Kay, Seamus Heaney, Ted Hughes, Tony Harrison, Thom Gunn, Carol Anne Duffy and Phillip Larkin. We may explore poetic movements such as modernism, postmodernism, and post structuralism. Thematically, we may explore sexuality, gender, nature, race, disability, and identity. 

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Understand methods for the detailed and sophisticated analysis of the poetic form .
2.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of a range of modern and contemporary British poetry.
3.
Demonstrate sophisticated knowledge of the sociopolitical contexts of British poetry.
4.
Be able to communicate clearly in written work by structuring lucid arguments and using effective expression.
5.
Be able to deploy sophisticated close reading techniques appropriate to poetry.
6.
Be able to demonstrate ability to be comfortable with technology and digital communication, using a variety of digital platforms.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written plan

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Presentation

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

The module will be graded in line with University regulations. The assessment criteria will be those used by the English and History subject area, designed in accordance with the appropriate Benchmark document, and disseminated to students in module handbooks and on written work feedback sheets.

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