Latin American Literature and Culture

An analysis of key figures and trends in Latin American literature and culture. A selection of texts and films will be considered.

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:
- Identify key issues in Latin American literature and cinema; examine key developments in Latin American literature and cinema from the early 20th century to the present.
- Describe different types of Latin American literature and cinema in the light of socio-political and socio-cultural developments from the early 20th to the early 21st century.
- Interpret Latin American texts and films in the light of socio-political developments and theories reviewed.
- Distinguish between different tendencies in Latin American cinema.
- Categorise films in the light of different eras and filmmaking styles
- Explain how socio-political and historical issues have been reflected in Latin American cinema and literature.
- Write an essay making convincing arguments based on reading of primary and secondary material and explaining key issues in Latin American cinema and literature relevant to the text in question.

Teaching & Learning Methods:
- Lectures: 24 hours
- Tutorials: 6 hours
- Planned learning activities: 20 hours
- Independent student activities: 75 hours

Assessment:
- Continuous Assessment: 100%