Comparative Literature
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Comparative Literature
Defining the field, its scope, and its significance

Module #2
Theories of Comparative Literature
Exploring key theories and approaches in comparative literature

Module #3
Literary Movements Across Cultures
Comparing Romanticism, Realism, and Modernism across languages and cultures

Module #4
Mythology and Folklore in Literature
Examining the role of mythology and folklore in literary works across cultures

Module #5
The Epic Tradition
Comparing epic literatures from ancient Mesopotamia to modern-day Africa

Module #6
The Novel as a Global Genre
Tracing the development of the novel from Europe to Asia and the Americas

Module #7
Poetry Across Cultures
Exploring the forms, themes, and styles of poetry from ancient to modern times

Module #8
Drama and Performance Across Cultures
Comparing dramatic traditions from ancient Greece to modern-day theatre

Module #9
Colonialism and Postcolonialism in Literature
Examining the impact of colonialism on literature and culture

Module #10
Gender and Sexuality in Comparative Literature
Analyzing representations of gender and sexuality across cultures and time periods

Module #11
Comparative Approaches to Literary Criticism
Introducing key critics and theories, from formalism to poststructuralism

Module #12
The Globalization of Literature
Exploring the impact of globalization on literary production and reception

Module #13
Literary Translation and Cultural Exchange
Discussing the role of translation in shaping literary canons and cultural exchange

Module #14
Oral Traditions and Literature
Examining the relationship between oral storytelling and written literature

Module #15
Literature and the Human Condition
Exploring universal themes and human experiences across cultures and literatures

Module #16
The Canon and Its Discontents
Debating the formation and contestation of literary canons

Module #17
Comparative Approaches to Literary History
Re-examining literary history through a comparative lens

Module #18
Literature and Identity
Analyzing the construction of identity in literature across cultures and time periods

Module #19
Literature and the Environment
Examining the relationship between literature and the natural world

Module #20
Ethics and Morality in Comparative Literature
Debating the role of ethics and morality in literary works

Module #21
Literature and Politics
Analyzing the intersection of literature and politics across cultures and time periods

Module #22
Digital Humanities and Comparative Literature
Exploring the impact of digital tools and methods on comparative literary studies

Module #23
Comparative Literature and World Literatures
Introducing key concepts and debates in world literature studies

Module #24
Case Studies in Comparative Literature
In-depth examinations of specific texts and authors across cultures

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Comparative Literature career

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