Research Seminar in Medieval Languages and Literatures II

Duration

30h SEM, 15h Th

Number of credits

Lecturer

Nadine Henrard, Nicola Morato

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

All year long

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

The seminar will focus on a specific issue of medieval French literature (in both oc and oïl) and look at it in-depth, and introduce students to research (initiating students in the use of specialised instruments). Students will attend scientific meetings, colloquia and workshops of the Réseau des médiévistes belges, and conferences held by the Transitions group.
Themes for 2016-2017: Animals and their presence in Old French and Occitan literature.

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

Students will be able to carry out a scientific study, produce coherent and pertinent research in the chosen theme (medieval languages and literature) and to present it both orally and in writing.

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

Choose the course Philology and Mediaeval Literature in the module of general Masters courses.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Oral presentations, discussed in class. Written work.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)

Lectures

Recommended or required readings

Students will receive a bibliography, discussed at the start of the course.

Assessment methods and criteria

Students will be evaluated on the basis of an oral presentation in class, as well as on a paper (original work, at the level of an article, on a subject chosen by the student relating to the theme of the course, demonstrating the ability to put together a bibliography, analyse an issue, and formulate a critical overview on the aspect studied).
 

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

An informational session will be held at the start of the year.
The section led by N. Morato will be held during the first quadrimester; the schedule of classes will be agreed upon with the students (venue TBC).
The section led by N. Henrard will be held during the second quadrimester; the schedule of classes will be agreed upon with the students (venue TBC).

Contacts

Nicola Morato, 04/366 54 06 nicola.morato@ulg.ac.be
Nadine HENRARD, 04/ 366 54 51 Nadine.Henrard@ulg.ac.be
Department Secretary: Ariane Nusgens, 04/366 56 50 ariane.nusgens@ulg.ac.be