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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures : English Literature

Undergraduate Course: Shakespeare's Sister: Archival Research and the Politics of the Canon. (ENLI10204)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Literatures, Languages and Cultures CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeStandard AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaEnglish Literature Other subject areaNone
Course website http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/literatures-languages-cultures/english-literature/undergraduate/current/honours Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThe course aims to extend students' knowledge of both early modern texts by women writers and the process of producing an edited text. It will guide students through the process of locating 'lost' texts, the skills needed to read them in their original format (which will include practical sessions in the EUL Special Collections), and the decision-making process involved in editing a text. The culmination of the course will be the student's production of his/her own edition of an extract from an early modern text. Thus, this course will not only provide an insight into the process of editing early modern texts, but will also introduce students to some of the skills required in modern day publishing houses.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Students MUST have passed: ( English Literature 1 (ENLI08001) OR Scottish Literature 1 (ENLI08016)) AND ( English Literature 2 (ENLI08003) OR Scottish Literature 2 (ENLI08004))
Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs Essential course texts
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will have developed palaeographical skills; they will be conversant with editorial conventions; and will have conducted original research on their chosen text. In the process they will engage with the debates about editorial methodology and the History of the Book. They will also gain a greater understanding of the influence of the editor and publishing houses upon our conception of the 'canon'.
Assessment Information
1 essay of 2,500 words (25%);

1 take-away examination essay of 3,000 words (75%).
Special Arrangements
Numbers are limited to 15, with priority given to students taking degrees involving English or Scottish Literature and Visiting Students placed by the Admissions Office. Students not in these categories need the written approval of the Head of English Literature before enrolling. In the case of excess applications places will be decided by ballot.
Additional Information
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Contacts
Course organiserDr Suzanne Trill
Tel: (0131 6)50 4291
Email: S.Trill@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMs Sheila Strathdee
Tel: (0131 6)50 3619
Email: S.Strathdee@ed.ac.uk
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