EL3026 - Medieval Literature and Arthurian Romance

Credit points:	06
Year:	2006
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
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This subject examines selected medieval, Victorian and modern texts in their historical contexts, with a view to appreciating the literary and cultural significance of Arthurian tradition. The subject surveys the development of Arthurian chronicles, poetry and prose writings from their beginnings to the present day, with major turning points being illustrated by textual study. Middle English romances of Arthur and the Round Table knights are read in the original language.

Learning Outcomes

• a close knowledge of selected Middle English Arthurian literary texts;
• an enhanced understanding of English literary and social history, especially the medieval, Victorian and modern periods;
• an understanding of the textual presentation and conventions of early texts;
• expertise in the appropriate application of literary and social theory to canonical and contemporary literature;
• knowledge of the development and cultural significance of Arthurian literature in English-speaking countries.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to reflect on and evaluate learning processes and products;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
• A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.

Prerequisites:	EL2008 or EL2009 plus one EL or CN subject
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:	EL5026

Availabilities
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Cheryl Taylor.
Contact hours:	13 hours 26 hours
Assessment:	(40%); (40%); (20%).
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coord/Lect:	Assoc. Professor Cheryl Taylor.
Contact hours:	13 hours 26 hours
Assessment:	(40%); (40%); (20%).

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