LITCI1000 Narrative and Text

This course introduces students to the study of Literature at university. It aims to develop students' appreciation of literature and confidence and skills in analysing literary texts by introducing them to a range of relevant key concepts, techniques and terminology. Topics may include basic definitions of literature, text, narrative and story; how point of view, setting, characterisation and narrative structure shape a story; authorship and the construction of reading positions; allusions and relationships between literary texts; and literary techniques such as metaphor, symbol and allegory. A variety of literary texts are used as examples. Analysis of these texts introduces students to the purposes of and approaches to literary criticism. To prepare students for further study in Literature and other Humanities disciplines, this course also incorporates a strong focus on developing practical skills such as reading critically, comprehending academic writing, identifying themes and literary techniques, researching a topic, selecting and using reference material, using textual examples to support an argument, writing an essay, and referencing.

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Credit points

EFTSL

0.125

Band

Band 1

Field of Education

Literature (091523)

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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