Course Description
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Course Name
African Literature and Language Studies I
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
English, Literature
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
ELL1013F and one other ELL first-year course, or at the discretion of the Head of Department.
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Host University Units
24 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Second year, first semester course, two lectures and one double-period seminar per week.
This course explores a range of South African texts, as well as topics in applied language studies. In addition to the lecture series, students choose from a range of seminars within the course.
DP requirements: All written work to be handed in and at least 75% attendance at seminars.
Assessment: Seminar classwork counts for 50% of the final mark; a one-hour mid-term exam and a two-hour examination counts for the remaining 50%.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.