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RU3026 Russian Modernist Fiction 1900 - 1940

Academic year(s): 2022-2023

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 4.00 pm Tue

The module is designed to build on the knowledge of modern Russian literature acquired at sub-honours level, concentrating on the counter-tradition of 'modernist' or experimental fiction from Symbolism to 'Oberiu' (The association of Real Art).

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): null

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 lecture, 1 seminar and 1 surgery hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 33

Guided independent study hours: 117

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 100% Coursework

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 20%
Coursework: 80%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr E Finer
Module teaching staff: Dr E Finer