20th Century American Writers of the US South 3301-LA2256-2ST

For students starting their studies in the academic years 2022/2023 to 2024-2025
Knowledge
The graduate has in-depth familiarity with:
K_W01 Identify and characterize on an advanced level the place and status of literary and culture studies within the humanities
K_W02 Describe on an advanced level the current trends in literary and cultural studies research within English studies
K_W03 Identify the essential issues, main methods and theories in research in linguistics
K_W04 Characterize on an advanced level the principles of research design in literary and culture studies with special focus on the application of methods and tools in formulating research problems
K_W05 Identify the notions and principles pertinent to intellectual property and copyright
K_W06 Characterise economic, legal and other factors relevant for various kinds of professional activities related to the study programme
K_W07 Characterise the history of philosophical thought and its implications for English studies
K_W08 Identify and characterize on an advanced level the place and status of linguistics within the humanities
K_W09 Describe on an advanced level the current trends in linguistic research within English studies
Abilities: the graduate is able to
K_U01 Apply advanced terminology and notions pertinent to the discipline (linguistics, literary studies, culture and religion studies)
K_U02 Apply advanced research methodology within literary and culture studies and English studies, respecting ethical norms and copyright law
K_U03 Apply knowledge obtained during the course of studies to account for and solve a problem, thereby completing a research task related to the discipline literary studies and/or culture and religion studies
K_U04 Analyze linguistic, literary and cultural phenomena and draw generalizations on their basis in the context of societal, historical and economic factors on an advanced level
K_U05 Discern alternative methodological paradigms within a discipline
K_U06 Find information in various sources and critically assess its usefulness for research related to the topic of the MA project
K_U07 Use modern technology in the process of learning and communicating with academic teachers, colleagues, representatives of various institutions and fellow participants in classes and projects, applying various channels and techniques of communication
K_U08 Participate in group projects, collaborate with others and be a team leader in conducting collaborative research, presentations and other tasks included in the curriculum
K_U09 Present knowledge in a coherent, precise and linguistically correct manner in English on level C2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, ensuring an appropriate register and form
K_U10 Demonstrate fluency in a foreign language other than English on Level B2+ according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
K_U11 Design one’s own development
Social competences: the graduate is ready to
K_K01 Apply knowledge and skills obtained during the course of studies to fulfill societal obligations and undertake actions benefitting the social environment
K_K02 Apply knowledge and skills obtained during the course of studies to undertake lifelong learning, as well as personal and professional development
K_K03 Take responsibility for performing one’s professional duties, with due respect for the work of others, obey and develop the ethical norms in professional and academic settings related to the disciplines included on the curriculum of English studies
K_K04 Assess critically one’s own knowledge and skills related to the studies
K_K05 Participate in academic and cultural undertakings offered via various media
K_K06 Value cultural heritage and cultural diversity as well as individual opinions

For students starting their studies in the academic year 2025/2026
Knowledge
The graduate has in-depth familiarity with:
- K_W01 advanced terminology, theory and research methods corresponding to the state of the art in the disciplines of literary studies and culture and region studies in reference to US regional literature and culture
- K_W04 concepts and principles concerning the protection of intellectual property and copyright
Abilities
The graduate is able to:
- K_U01 apply the advanced terminology, theories and research methods of literary studies and culture and religion studies to solve complex and original research problems in reference to US regional literature and culture
- K_U04 apply the concepts and principles of intellectual property protection and copyright law
Social competences
The graduate is ready to:
- K_K01 critically appraise their knowledge and content obtained from various sources
- K_K02 recognize the importance of knowledge in solving cognitive and practical problems; consult experts when required

Credits on the basis of an essay - 1500 words including the critical bibliography (3 sources)
Limit of absences - 3

Kate Chopin, selected short stories
Joel Chandler Harris, selected short stories
William Faulkner, "Light in August"
Robert Penn Warren, "All the King's Men" - film adaptation
Tennessee Williams, "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof"
Flannery O'Connor, selected short stories
Eudora Welty, selected short stories
William Styron, "Confessions of Nat Turner"

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