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130074 KU Afrikaans: Culture and literature through the eye of a camera. (2017S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 13 - Europäische und Vergleichende Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaft
Continuous assessment of course work

Pre-registration required.
Prerequisites: Understanding of German and English.
For more information you can contact: catharina.e.loader@univie.ac.at
Moodle

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

Language: Afrikaans, German, English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

This course is suitable for BA-Nederlandistik, exchange programs (CEEPUS, ERASMUS), alternative expansion (AE), interest module, co- or extraordinary students. The lectures will mostly be presented in English and, where necessary, students can be assisted in German, Afrikaans or Dutch.

  • Wednesday 08.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 15.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 22.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 29.03. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 05.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 26.04. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 03.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 10.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 17.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 24.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 31.05. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 07.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 14.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 14.06. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 21.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 21.06. 16:45 - 18:15 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47
  • Wednesday 28.06. 13:15 - 14:45 Seminarraum, UZA Augasse 2-6, 5.Stock Kern C SR5.47

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

These lectures provide an overview of the development of Afrikaans language, culture and literature in a South African context. The historical developments as well as the traditions of different population groups living in the country are highlighted. Several literary genres, such as oral traditions, poetry and prose will be addressed. Movies receive special attention in the course where the influence of culture on this art form is investigated.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exercises and adjudication during the semester. Oral and/or written examination on theoretical aspects of language, culture and literature. Written essay(s) and/or presentation of a oral paper/project on a selected topic. If you have Afrikaans skills, you can improve your translation skills with exercises.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Students should be orientated in the cultural heritage of South Africa and the consequences of the social, political and economic conditions of the country. A working knowledge of the development of Afrikaans language and literature is required. Marks are given for assignments, participation in class and possible projects.

Examination topics

Introductory lectures on the different themes.
Workbook with summaries, exercises and handouts.
E-learning programme.
Utility literature when necessary.

Reading list

Books:
1. A prescribed book (script): Catharina Loader, Werkboek II Afrikaanse taal en kultuur. This will be distributed at the start of the semester.
2. In addition to registering in UNIVIS, you must also register in Moodle (see the link above or find it with the title of the course).

Association in the course directory

Modul 14

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