Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

A Wilde day

Looking at some of the work of three novelists, often called Edwardian, who span the first 25 years of the twentieth century, and ways in which their writing both receives and offers an impression of contemporary society. Photocopies of texts will be provided.

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Key course information

Date
23/06/12

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £37
Senior fee: £23
Concession: £11

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HLT52

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

How do novels present reality? This course is about how three leading Edwardian novelists used techniques of literary impressionism to enquire into the way human beings know and come into contact with the world.

What topics will we cover?

What is Impressionism in art and literature? How do novels convey an impression of places, people, events and atmosphere? We will use extracts, probably from such major works as Typhoon, Heart of Darkness, Nostromo, The Good Soldier, Parade’s End, Howard’s End, A Passage to India, to focus discussion on how different ways of writing create different effects and imply different philosophies.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Show you understand theories of Impressionism as applied to literature;
read closely and discuss the literary technique of selected passages from novels;
show you understand the philosophical and cultural changes to which Impressionism contributed.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The level of the course is introductory. No previous knowledge or experience of Literature is necessary. However, learners will, ideally, need the following skills and attributes:
An enthusiasm for reading and discussing a range of texts in large and small groups.
An interest in, and ability to listen to, the responses of other students to the work discussed.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Some key concepts and material will be presented by the lecturer, but the main business of the day will be examination of extracts in small groups and the discussion that arises therefrom. No preparatory reading is necessary.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

All extracts for discussion will be provided. A pen and paper for notes, if desired.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.