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Difference and Identity: Literature, Film, Theory (ALL377)
Semester 1 / 2012

Description

This unit will study literary, film and theoretical texts from a range of post-colonial cultures (Australia, Kenya, West Indies, England, South Africa). Students will be asked to read these texts as individual literary and film works; to relate their readings to broader historical and ideological questions; and too develop a range of imaginative and analytical responses to questions which arise within post-colonial contexts around issues of identity, race, gender, language and diaspora.

Assessment

In-class test, equivalent of 1000 words (25%);

Collaborative assignment, 1000 words per student (25%);

Research essay 2000 words (50%).

Other Details

Offered in: 2010
Current Campus: Burwood (Melbourne)
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