Universität Wien

340114 VO Text and culture 2 English (2025S)

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 34 - Translationswissenschaft
Moodle
Tu 13.05. 09:45-11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG

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Details

max. 1000 participants
Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Tuesday 11.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 18.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 25.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 01.04. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 08.04. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 29.04. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 20.05. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 27.05. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 03.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 10.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG
  • Tuesday 17.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 5 ZfT Philippovichgasse 11, 1.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This class focuses on how various types of texts ('literature' in the conventional sense, art, advertising, music etc. contribute to creating different types of cultural milieus and shaping how we perceive and interpret cultural realities.
We will be looking at texts of from different stages in the development of cultures where English has been primarily spoken as a first language as well the influence of 'English' as a language and culture of imperialism and globalisation.

Accordingly, we will be reading, looking at and listening to different textual expressions from cultures which do not necessarily correspond to the conventional concept of 'the English-speaking world'.
This will be an interactive lecture. in other words, you will be expected to read, look at and/or listen to texts independently as well as during the lecture.
We will discuss together which texts to analyse and from which perspective/s this should be done.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written final exam at the end of the semester in which you will be required to analyse a text similar to those we have discussed together. You may use notes which you have made during the semester as well as dictionaries and online sources if you think this could help.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

90-100: excellent or 1
80-89: good or 2
70-79: average or 3
60-69: pass or 4
everything below 60 is a fail or 5

Examination topics

Students will be expected to have acquired insight into how texts influence people's perception of themselves and the contexts they live in (cultures). The exam will offer a choice of two texts to be anlaysed (in writing, in English) according to contexts, criteria and perspectives which have been discussed in the course of the semester.

Reading list

References to additional reading material to be provided on Moodle and during the lectures. The material discussed in class will be made available for students on Moodle after the respective class.
Please make sure to read (listen to, look at) all the recommended material before the exam as it will form an integral part of what you will be expected to have learnt.

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Last modified: We 26.02.2025 16:07