English Literature QQI Level 5 (5N3249)
Duration: 12 weeks, One evening per week, 7:00pm–10:00pm Award: QQI Level 5 Minor Award in English Literature 5N3249
Course Overview
This course is designed for anyone with an interest in literature who wishes to develop their knowledge, critical reading and analytical skills. Learners will explore a range of literary texts and develop an understanding of how literature is shaped by its historical, cultural and social context.
The course will support learners to read texts critically, use the language of literary analysis and criticism, and communicate informed interpretations through discussion, presentations and written assignments.
Course Content
Learners will explore:
- Literary Movements and Periods
- The development of English literature and major literary movements
- Historical, social and cultural influences on literature
- Major authors, works and literary traditions
- Literary Criticism and Theory
- Introduction to different approaches to literary criticism
- Using appropriate terminology and the language of literary analysis
- Developing informed and supported interpretations
- Critical and Close Reading
- Strategies for reading literary texts critically
- Close reading and detailed textual analysis
- Exploring language, imagery, narrative and meaning
- Literary Analysis and Interpretation
- Analysing fiction and other literary forms
- Developing analytical and interpretive skills
- Supporting arguments with evidence from texts
- Cultural and Historical Context
- Understanding how historical and cultural contexts shape literary works
- Exploring literature from different periods
- Examining issues of culture, identity, stereotyping and bias in literature
- Essay Writing and Academic Skills
- Planning and structuring literary essays
- Developing arguments and supporting them with textual evidence
- Improving grammar, language and academic writing skills
- Discussion and Presentation
- Participating in informed discussion of literary texts
- Communicating interpretations and opinions
- Developing presentation skills
The resource list specifically supports these areas, including close reading, literary criticism, essay writing, cultural context, stereotyping and bias, and discussion of texts.
Assessment
Assessment will be in accordance with the QQI award requirements for English Literature 5N3249.
Collection of Work 50%
Examination – Theory Based 50%
Certification
QQI Level 5 Minor Award in English Literature – 5N3249
Who is this course for?
This course may be suitable for:
- Anyone with an interest in English literature
- Learners considering further study in arts, humanities or related disciplines
- Mature learners returning to education
- Learners wishing to develop critical reading, analytical and academic writing skills
- Anyone who enjoys reading and discussing literature
