Alternative Worlds in Anglophone Speculative Fiction

Utbildningsfakta

Kod: 1EN090

In the broad genre of speculative fiction, the reader encounters alternative worlds that in various ways contrast to reality. Contemporary hopes and fears are starting points for imaginings connected to technological developments but also to social, cultural and environmental concerns. Through analyses of a selection of texts, this literary studies course examines how Anglophone speculative fiction offers unique ways of perceiving and critically addressing a host of concerns linked to areas such as environment and climate, identity, kinship formations, and artificial intelligence. This syllabus is a translation of Alternativa världar i engelskspråkig spekulativ fiktion, 7,5 hp. If there are discrepancies between the English and Swedish versions, the Swedish version is the legally binding document. The course consists of a short introductory module, followed by specialized studies and a concluding longer essay. 1. Introduction (1 hp) 2. AI, climate, and kinship (4 hp) 3. Essay (2,5 hp)

Behörighet

Univ: At least 90 ECTS including at least 15 ECTS with academic progression (corresponding to level 61-90 hp in the Swedish academic system) in English, or equivalent knowledge. To be accepted to the course, the applicant must have previously completed introduction and intermediate level courses in English literature at university level, or equivalent knowledge. Alternatively, 90 ECTS in Swedish Comparative Literature. Knowledge of English equivalent of English 6/level 2.

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• Alternative Worlds in Anglophone Speculative Fiction

  Umeå University

  Startdatum: 25 mars 2027

  Slutdatum: 6 juni 2027

  Studietakt: 50 %