Learning outcome

• Knowledge of fantastic literature, particularly Norwegian and Nordic, in historical context. Theoretical knowledge of the area of study
• Skills in writing argumentative and analytical texts about fantastic literature
• Expertise in teaching fantastic literature, especially to secondary school pupils

Course Description

A selection of creative works and texts spanning from the Middle Ages to modern times representing various forms of imaginative literature, accompanied by a range of theoretical literature related to the subject.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Autumn semester. Lectures concentrated to about one week-end a month (Friday and Saturday), which are recorded and made available in Fronter, and about three seminars which are not recorded. The course is part of the Bachelor’s degree in Literature and Language with a specialization in Norwegian.

Assessment Methods

Individual home assignment of around 4000 words counts for 40%, and a 5-hour written final examination that counts for the remaining 60% of the final grade. Both of the above must receive passing grades for the course to be approved.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean