OVERVIEW

German literature comprises the written works of the German-speaking peoples.

The study of “German literature and culture” should not only provide a concise historical survey of German literature, but also give an understanding of the cultural developments of German-speaking countries.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

This course aims to examine literary texts produced in German-speaking countries in their aesthetic value and as powerful instruments to understand the culture of these countries.

LEARNING OUTCOMES (FURTHER INFO)

By the end of this course you should have:

- Acquired an understanding of German history and culture

- Developed an ability to read and analyse fictional texts

- Developed an ability to understand social, historical and political factors that have influenced the German culture

By the end of this course you should have:

- Acquired an understanding of German history and culture

- Developed an ability to read and analyse fictional texts

- Developed an ability to understand social, historical and political factors that have influenced the German culture

TEACHING METHODS

1. Didactic Unit: 36 hours frontal lecture in German, reading text in German

2. Didactic Unit: 18 hours frontal lecture in German, reading texts in German

Attendance is not obbligatory, but heartily recommended

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

MICHAELA BÜRGER-KOFTIS (President)

ROBERTO DE POL (President)

JOACHIM HANS BERND GERDES

SERENA SPAZZARINI

LESSONS

EXAMS

Exam schedule