SPANISH 103
Iberian and Latin American Civilisations
Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for SPANISH 103.
Description
This course provides an introduction to the multicultural civilisations of the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America, focusing on parallel developments, diverse traditions and cultural representations.
Comparative approaches are employed to explore common languages and cultural heritages, as well as cross-cultural relations between Spain, Portugal and the Americas. Discussions cover: cultural geography and history, ethnic varieties, national formations, religious traditions, political regimes, social institutions, economic crises, artistic and literary highlights, imperialism, decolonisation and globalisation.
Multimedia lectures are supplemented by print, audio-visual and electronic resources in the library. The electronic coursebooks include essential references.
This course is highly recommended for Spanish and Latin American Studies majors and minors but open to all students, with lectures, videos and readings in English.
Availability 2017
Semester 1
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator(s) Dr Genaro Oliveira
Lecturer(s) Professor Jose Colmeiro
Dr Kathryn Lehman
Associate Professor Walescka Pino-Ojeda
Reading/Texts
Electronic reading packets will be provided.
Recommended Reading
Extensive list of library references is included in course programme.
Assessment
Coursework only
Points
SPANISH 103: 15 points
Restrictions
