COMPLIT 303

Interpreting Folktales


Please note: this is archived course information from 2016 for COMPLIT 303.

Description

An introduction to the study of folktales, including collection and classification, oral and literary tales, structure, interpretative frameworks, revisions and film versions. Tales from many cultures will be examined. Contrasting theories on the origins and meanings of folktales will be explored.

Availability 2016

Semester 2

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Mark Amsler

Reading/Texts


Recommended Reading


Assessment

100% coursework

Points

COMPLIT 303: 15 points

Prerequisites

Any 30 points at Stage II

Restrictions

COMPLIT 202