The principal aim of this module is to provide students with a detailed introduction to the nationalism(s) of Spain. Special emphasis will be placed on the emergence of historical nationalisms in Galicia, the Basque country and Catalonia in the late 19th century as well as their re-emergence after Francisco Franco's dictatorship. The module will enable students to acquire a broad understanding of the different nationalist identities in Spain looking at different literary texts (fiction, poetry and short stories, in Spanish). The module will also enable students to acquire wide-ranging skills in literary analysis. The module will enable students to gain a solid understanding of key social, political and cultural concerns in Spain.

(LO1) Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to explain and illustrate the key issues that are driving contemporary debates in Spain regarding nationalisms and they will also have acquired a clear understanding of the historical, cultural, institutional and constitutional framework in which Spanish state nationalism is pitted against competing nationalisms.

(LO2) Students will be able to critically interpret and contextualise a wide range of contemporary texts.

(LO3) Students will be able to apply theoretical approaches or critical secondary literature to the analysis of primary texts.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Influencing skills – argumentation

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (inc. referencing skills)

(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis

(S5) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: This module will be team taught. There will be two contact hours per week, divided between lectures and seminars, delivered by specialist lecturers.
Attendance Recorded: No

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar
Description: During the seminars students will work in small groups to analyse and discuss assigned readings and occasionally viewings. The seminars will build on and consolidate the knowledge acquired through lectures and independent study, providing an important opportunity for the discussion of ideas.

Students are reminded that presentation of their own views and ideas on course content, both spoken and written, is a key component of the module and the degree in general. Reading essential texts in advance of seminars and lectures, researching study questions and seminar exercises thoroughly and participating in group discussions actively are course requirements. Undertaking these activities regularly will help studen ts acquire a solid grounding in the subject as well as developing their presentation, research and study skills.

Attendance Recorded: Yes

Topics covered during the module may include:

Introduction to nationalism(s) and nation building processes;

Galician nationalism;

Spanish nationalism;

Basque nationalism in literary texts;

Catalan nationalism in literary texts.