ENGL 340 - Critical Theory of Literature

Units: 4
Examination and application of major critical approaches to literary analysis and interpretation.

Equivalent Quarter Course: ENGL 3080.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

explain the origins and underlying social and political assumptions of literary theory;
identify different theories and explain their terminology;
critique strengths and weaknesses of different theories and their application to literature;
use critical theory in written interpretations of literature;
apply appropriate theories to analyze literature and culture.