Studying at York
Shakespeare - ENG00083M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Semester 1 2023-24 |
Module aims
The Aims of this module are to gain a substantial overview of Shakespeare Studies, in relation to the history of English Literature as a discipline and also to the cultural history of the Renaissance. Students will be trained in the history of Shakespeare studies from its formation in the 18th century to the present day, in relation to a wide range of play texts and poems.
Module learning outcomes
The Objectives of this module will be that by the end you should be able to demonstrate:
knowledge of the major genres in which Shakespeare wrote.
knowledge of the textual history of Shakespeare.
knowledge of the stage and theatre companies in Shakespeares time.
understanding of the place of Shakespeare in the humanities, in the cultural history of the Renaissance, and in the discipline of English.
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Module feedback
- You are provided with feedback within the 6-week University deadline.
- You are always welcome to use staff Open Office Hours to discuss essay feedback (Full Time Staff Open Office Hours Autumn 2015 (PDF , 135kb))
For more information about the feedback you will receive for your work, see section 12 of the department's Guide to Assessment (PDF , 1,244kb).
Indicative reading
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