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SP5017   Patterns in Hispanic Literature and Film (15)

Academic year(s): 2023-2024

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

The module offers a high-level introduction to Hispanic literature and film that encompasses the Department's expertise ranging from the 15th to 21st centuries. The aim is to provide the student with a panoramic view of the field, including exposure to a wide variety of media, disciplines, and areas, to orient and prepare them for more advanced study later in the MLitt. As such, the module has at its heart the theme of the journey or quest narrative, broadly understood, which has been a resurgent theme throughout the ages and will provide a thread that links together the materials studied. A fitting theme, perhaps, given that 'quest' comes to us from the Latin 'questa' meaning 'search' or 'inquiry' because the module will give students the opportunity to complete two research-informed essays and receive feedback from staff. Please note that relevant texts and/or films illustrating the theme will be chosen in line with staff expertise and availability.

Relationship to other modules

Anti-requisite(s): You may not take this module if you are taking any other variation of 'Patterns in Hispanic Literature and Film'.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: Each block will consist of 4 hours (2 x 2-hour seminars). Students on the 15-credit version of 'Patterns in Hispanic Literature and Film' will attend 3 blocks.

Scheduled learning hours: 12

Guided independent study hours: 138

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: various

Intended learning outcomes

  • Engage in advanced independent study of a topic in Hispanism.
  • Discover and draw upon a wide range of primary and secondary material relevant to their chosen topic.
  • Design an appropriate discursive framework for their topic and argument.
  • Plan the completion of the required research and time-manage the drafting and completion of the essays.
  • Gain a deeper knowledge or understanding of the chosen topic as well as of the methods of individual research.
  • Be equipped with the knowledge and experience to pursue postgraduate study.