ENGL 4001 - Honours English Critical Thinking

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025

This course provides an opportunity to undertake advanced level study in literary theory and critical approaches in the discipline of English. The aim of the Honours Critical Thinking course is to develop students' understanding of the nature of criticism and the often unspoken assumptions that underlie various modes of critical analysis. Students will have the opportunity to develop high-order analytic and writing skills appropriate to the discipline of English. Topics to be covered will address core methodologies in literary study and key scholarly approaches to reading and writing about literature.

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Course Details

Course Code	ENGL 4001
Course	Honours English Critical Thinking
Coordinating Unit	English, Creative Writing, and Film
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	6
Contact	2 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	Completed degree (72 units) including 24 units of English OR a Minor sequence of 18 units in English for students with a Creative Writing Major of 24 units
Restrictions	Available only to students admitted to relevant Honours program
Assessment	500 word participation exercise, 2500 word essay, 4000 word essay

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Julian Murphet

Course convenor for 2017: Dr Meg Samuelson

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

This course contributes to the broader curriculum in that it provides an opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge of a chosen topic through the processes of research and writing for all students undertaking an Honours year in English. On the completion of this course the student will be able to
1. demonstrate an advanced understanding of selected literary and critical theories and their main contributors and interventions in the field
2. articulate a systematic and critical understanding of selected literary and cultural research methods
3. critically evaluate contemporary debates in English literary studies and critical theory
4. demonstrate highly developed skills in critical reasoning, analysis and written communication
5. recognise the ethical, social and cultural issues in relation to the study of English literature

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This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

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Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1, 2, 3, 5
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2, 3, 4
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	4, 5
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1, 2, 3, 5
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Learning Resources

Required Resources

The three required set readings per week will be available in MyUni.

Recommended Resources

Lists of recommended additional readings will be posted under each week in MyUni.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

One two hour seminar per week in which the required readings will be discussed and which will present opportunities for collaborative learning and testing out new ideas, as well as formulating research questions for further study.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

2 hour seminar per week .............................................................. 2 hours
6 hours research per week ........................................................... 6 hours
10 hours mandated reading per week .......................................... 10 hours
6 hours writing work (drafts, editing, re-writing) per week ............. 6 hours
Sub-total per week ......................................................................... 24 hours
In addition, a further 24 hours in week 13 is expected in the preparation of the final assessment piece
TOTAL 24 x 13: 312 hours

Learning Activities Summary

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Assessment Summary

Assessment will be based on a weekly reading journal and a final essay.

Assessment Detail

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Submission

All written work will be submitted through MyUni and Turnitin.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M11 (Honours Mark Scheme)
Grade	Grade reflects following criteria for allocation of grade	Reported on Official Transcript
Fail	A mark between 1-49	F
Third Class	A mark between 50-59	3
Second Class Div B	A mark between 60-69	2B
Second Class Div A	A mark between 70-79	2A
First Class	A mark between 80-100	1
Result Pending	An interim result	RP
Continuing	Continuing	CN

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