ENGL 147

Introduction to Literary Traditions and Transformations

Units: 1.5, Hours: 2-1

Introduction to literary studies in English with particular emphasis on how principles of genre and form as well as historical context (including reception history and canon formation) shape critical understanding. Focus on literary texts from a variety of genres and periods taught through a series of literary case studies.

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 147, 116, 121, 122, 145.

Prerequisites: A qualifying English 12 grade, or an LPI score of 5 or 6, or completion of 1.5 units of ENGL.

Undergraduate course in English offered by the Department of English in the Faculty of Humanities.