Module manager: Dr Laura Lucia Rossi
Email: L.L.Rossi@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module will introduce students to the major theories of literary reception, transmission and translation, with references to examples from the wide range of cultures taught in the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies. It also explores different views of the concept of world literature, showing how the theory of literature is mutually informed by the practice, both artistic and commercial.
- To introduce some of the key concepts and methodologies concerning the reception, transmission and translation of literature in a global context.
- To introduce different views of the concept of world literature.
- To develop students’ ability to analyse, evaluate and interpret theoretical and literary texts.
- To introduce students to some of the practical elements of the cultural industries.
- To enhance students’ knowledge and critical appreciation of how theory works in practice, through reflection on their own work in an individual project.
- To reinforce and develop the introductory knowledge of comparative literature acquired in Level 1.
- To provide a solid grounding for the study of literary modules at Level 3, in particular the FYP (final-year project).
On successful completion of this module, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes specific to the subject:
1. Employ Select key concepts used in the study of literature;
2. Compare and apply different approaches to literature based on an understanding of a number of methodologies;
3. Demonstrate understanding of the practicalities of literary reception, transmission and translation in a global context;
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
4. Present a structured and nuanced argument and communicate using terminology and concepts appropriate to the field(s) of study and relevant audiences.
5. Use a wider range of resources, techniques, and digital tools to undertake research.
6. Generate and assemble original work, demonstrating creativity and imaginative thinking.
Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Seminar | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Private study hours | 170 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 30 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
Students will be given formative written feedback on an unassessed practice exercise.
Students will be given formative written feedback on their draft piece for the anthology. This will help them to revise their drafts and improve their writing.
Formative feedback will also be provided orally in the workshops by lecturers and peers, as students present and discuss their piece for the anthology.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | Essay | 50 |
| Coursework | Portfolio | 50 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Resits follow the same format. If a student is unable to take part in some of the groupwork, this will not affect the assessment of their anthology piece in the resit period.
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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