Module Details
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Title The Postcolonial Novel in Britain
Code ENGL729
Coordinator Dr L Loh
English
L.Loh@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2019-20 Level 7 FHEQ Second Semester 10

Aims

To explore the forms of literary resistance within the politics of postcolonialism which are deployed by contemporary postcolonial British writers. To explore the postcolonial novel in Britain through attention to socio-political contexts, such as themes of racism in contemporary Britain, and the legacies of colonial discourses. To develop a critical understanding of relevant secondary and  theoretical material.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) By completion of this module, students will be able to demonstrate advanced skills in textual anlaysis of the postcolonial novel

(LO2) Critically evaluate and apply a range of postcolonial theoretical approaches to the reading of these postcolonial novels

(LO3) Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of how these novels speak to various socio-political and cultural contexts 

(LO4) Construct a sustained, cogent argument on contemporary postcolonial novels

(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills)

(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis

Syllabus
 

The syallabus will include four postcolonial novels written by contemporary British writers and relevant secondary and theoretical readings. Texts may include Monica Ali’s Brick Lane, Zadie Smith’s White Teeth, V.S. Naipaul’s The Enigma of Arrival, and Hari Kunzru’s The Impressionist. 

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Seminar
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: 4 x 2 hour seminars

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours   8

         8
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 92
TOTAL HOURS 100

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Assessment 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2  3000-3500 words    100       

Recommended Texts
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