English: Introduction to Theories and Methodologies of Literary Criticism

Education facts

Code: GEN3DH

This course is an introduction to the study of a selection of literary theories and their associated methodologies of literary criticism from the turn of the twentieth century to the present. Students will examine and reflect upon representative theoretical schools, key concepts and associated methodologies for the scholarly analysis of literary texts in English. Emphasis will be placed on the practical methodological application of these theories on a selection of literary texts. The course is also aimed at providing students with the necessary foundation in literary theory and methodology of literary criticism that is required to write a bachelor’s degree thesis in literature.

Entry requirements

52.5 credits in the main field of study English, of which 22.5 credits in English II (G1F level)

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• English: Introduction to Theories and Methodologies of Literary Criticism

  Dalarna University

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 25 %