Honours in English
Contact information
Mr Smangaliso Simelane
Lecturer
Tel: +27 (0) 41 504 4528
Programme co-ordinator: Dr Paulette Coetzee
Lecturers:
• Prof Marius Crous
• Dr Paulette Coetzee
• Mr Andrew Matthews
• Mr Smangaliso Simelane
• Ms Kate Jennings
Registration for the BA (Hons) in English Literary Studies is possible with English as your major in your undergraduate studies, preferably with a minimum grade of 60%. However, the University may accept your educational experience or student academic record in relevant areas of study when considering your application for this postgraduate course where English Literary Studies was not chosen during your undergraduate courses.
Modules:
The following modules in Honours are offered. You are required to pass all five modules to obtain your Honours degree:
• LEV411: Gender and Writing
• LEV421: Modernity and Literature
• LEV402: South African Writing and its Reception
• LEV422: African Literature
• LEV400: Honours Research Treatise
The research treatise for LEV400 provides an opportunity for you to develop, strengthen and display your own intellectual interests and critical academic skills. The topic will be personally chosen by you and approached from your unique perspective.
MA and DLitt Degrees by Thesis
Registration for an MA or DLitt in English Literary Studies is also possible through the submission of a draft proposal. Acceptance is dependent on the availability of supervision.