Comparative Literature with a Year Abroad BA
Bachelor's degree
In London
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
London
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Duration
4 Years
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
In years one and two you will take culture-specific compulsory modules in the School of European Language, Culture and Society or in the School of Slavonic and East European Studies. You will also study language and literature modules in one foreign language - selected prior to enrolment - either at beginner’s level or at more advanced post-A level alongside students taking modern languages degrees.
You will also take modules in comparative literature and select from a wide range of options across different specialisms.
The third year is spent abroad where your foreign language of choice is spoken. At least 50% of the subjects studied abroad must be in the area of literary and cultural studies. You may also study a second language subject with the host university's permission.
In your final year you will continue studying either your first foreign language or a different foreign language (which may be the one you began studying abroad) at an advanced level, together with comparative literary elective modules. You will also take a dissertation module allowing you to focus on an area of your interest from your studies.
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UCL - London's Global University - is the ideal environment in which to study a comparative literature degree.
This programme offers the opportunity to study one or two modern languages to an advanced level, and incorporates an engagement with literature written in different cultural contexts.
The Year Abroad will give you a deeper understanding of a modern foreign language and its variants as well as giving you the experience of living and studying in another country.
Comparative literature modules in years one and two and in your final year will explore the reception, circulation and translation of texts across different periods and cultures.
Upon graduation you will have gained breadth of knowledge, cultural awareness, writing skills, and familiarity with advanced textual analysis. You will have a detailed and effective understanding of at least one language other than English and will be able to work flexibly and creatively across cultures and in a range of fields.
English Language at grade B or 6, plus Mathematics at grade C or 5. For UK-based students, a grade C or 5 or equivalent in a foreign language (other than Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is required.
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Subjects
- Translation
- English
- Comparative Literature
- Read Texts
- Literature
- Cultural Encounters
- Imitation
- Invention
- Authorship
- Image
Course programme
Core or compulsory module(s)
- Cultural Encounters in World Literature
- How to Read Texts
You will take 120 credits of modules per year of study. You will select at least 30 credits from a list of comparative literature modules. All texts will be available in English or in English translation, as appropriate, but may also be read in the original language.
You will also select 30 credits of language modules and 30 credits of language-specific literature modules focusing on the close analysis of literary texts in a language other than English.
YEAR 2
- Imitation, Invention, Authorship
- Word, Image, Sound
You will select at least 30 credits from a list of comparative and literary modules taught in SELCS, SSEES, and Greek & Latin. All texts will be available in English or in English translation, as appropriate, but may also be read in the original language.
You will also select 30 credits of language modules and 30 credits of language-specific literature modules focusing on the close analysis of literary texts in a language other than English.
YEAR 3
You will spend your Year Abroad at a university in the country where your main target language is spoken, studying alongside native speakers, to make the most of your cultural and linguistic immersion. British Council language assistantships are available subject to approval.
The experiences and skills developed while abroad further academic and personal development, cultural and social awareness, provide a foundation for further study and enhance career prospects.
YEAR 4
- Dissertation
You will select at least 30 credits from available comparative and literary advanced modules. All texts will be available in English or in English translation, as appropriate, but may also be read in the original language.
You will also select 30 credits of language modules and at least 30 credits of language-specific literature modules focusing on the close analysis of literary texts in a language other than English, and on their wider cultural context.
You will experience a wide range of learning opportunities, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, interactive groups and multimedia projects. Core modules will be taken together with all Comparative Literature students in your year. Optional modules will be taught by specialist staff from across UCL and will provide you with an opportunity to learn alongside students on other programmes.
AssessmentYou will be assessed by written examination and essay. Project work and a dissertation will contribute to your overall assessment. You will be required to give presentations, work on group projects and multimedia projects and actively participate in class discussion. Languages are also assesed by oral examination
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Comparative Literature with a Year Abroad BA