EN4418
American Poetry since 1950
2017-2018
30
15
SCQF level 10
2
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 30
ECTS credits : 15
Level : SCQF level 10
Semester: 2
Planned timetable:
This module provides an introduction to the contemporary poetry of the United States, examining some of its important predecessors, recent poetic theory, ideas related to its regional poetries, ways in which poets reflect and engage with the contemporary world, and in which they regard their roles and activities. Through a close study of a number of poets, a sense will be gained of the role and importance of U.S. contemporary poetry and its relation to the broader tradition. (Group E)
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass EN2003 and pass EN2004
Weekly contact: 1 seminar and 1 tutorial, and 2 optional consultative hours.
Scheduled learning hours: 22
Guided independent study hours: 278
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 50%, Coursework = 50%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 50%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 50%
Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%