Course Details
Course Details

Course Details

Richard Bland College

ENGL201: Western World Literature

This course introduces students to fundamental techniques of close reading and explores the development of literary theories from classical to contemporary times.  Students will learn how to apply critical vocabulary to a variety of literary genres from different historical periods and how to develop the writing and research skills necessary for composing focused and persuasive arguments in the interpretation of literary texts.

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Delivery Method
Online
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Delivery Method
Campus
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Delivery Method
Hybrid
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Credits
3.0
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Department
Language and Humanities
Course Notes
Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 101
Where Will This Course Transfer?
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Institution Identifier Name Notes Level
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeENG251Survey of World Literature I2-Year
Southwest Virginia Community College ENG251Survey of World Literature I2-Year
Virginia Western Community CollegeENG125Introduction to Literature2-Year
Christopher Newport UniversityENGL2XXEnglish Elective4-Year
Longwood University ENGL2XXEnglish Elective4-Year
George Mason UniversityENGH201Reading and Writing about Texts4-Year
William & MaryENGL2XXTransfer Elective CourseActual transfer credit may vary based on credit earned at host institution.4-Year
Old Dominion UniversityLIT1REQN/A4-Year
University of Mary WashingtonENGLNOTMJElectiveNOTMJ indicates this is not a major elective. General elective credit will apply to the overall credits needed to graduate.4-Year
Virginia Commonwealth UniversityENGL201WESTERN WORLD LITERATURE I4-Year