PR3022
Modernity and Iranian Drama
2017-2018
15
7
SCQF level 9
2
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 15
ECTS credits : 7
Level : SCQF level 9
Semester: 2
Planned timetable:
Students study five Iranian plays by Hassan Moqaddam, Bahram Beyzaie, Mohammad Yaqubi, Abbas Na'lbandiyan, and Nghmeh Samini, selected to trigger discussions about, modernity and its pitfalls, resistance and cultural transformation, and the aesthetics of modern drama. The students will also translate some passages of the plays and discuss their performing potential. While the course is language-based, the module is designed to broaden students' knowledge of the history of Iranian modernity, and the aesthetic qualities and cultural functions of Iranian drama and its relationship with world drama. It will also provide them with the opportunity to improve their textual analysis and write critical pieces in Persian.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass PR3002
Co-requisite(s): You must also take PR4001
Weekly contact: 2-hour lecture and 1 surgery hour
Scheduled learning hours: 22
Guided independent study hours: 128
As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%
Re-assessment: 4,500 - 5,000 word essay