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Overview
You will assess key thematic and technical aspects of the selected poetry and engage with poetic elements such as form, rhythm, rhyme and imagery.
Discussions will deepen understanding and highlight each poet’s unique contributions to the evolution of poetic forms.
Key facts
You will have access to the selected poems in advance through the Learning Platform, supplemented by recordings and documentary footage to enhance learning through authentic voices and historical context.
This The Monthly Poet - New York course offered by The University of Edinburgh will focus on the following New York poets:
- Frank O' Hara
- Audre Lorde
- Langston Hughes
- Any essential or recommended reading will be shared by the course teacher once the course is confirmed to run.
Programme Structure
What you'll learn:
- If you have fully engaged with all the learning activities and have attended regularly, by the end of the course, you should be able to:
- Share ideas and arguments about poems using recognised literary terminology
- Identify the tools and techniques (such as form, meter, rhyme, imagery) used by poets
- Contextualise poems within their historical, political, and social environments, appreciating how these factors influence writing
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Literature Literacy Education View 49 other Short Courses in Literature in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is suitable for those with no prior experience of university study.
- You will need to have reading, listening and communication skills, including the ability to understand detailed ideas and information presented verbally and in writing. You must be comfortable learning in English if it is not your first language. You will need basic digital skills, such as using a computer and navigating a website, to access the learning materials.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents60 GBP / full≈ 60 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents60 GBP / full≈ 60 GBP / full
Living costs
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
725 - 1167 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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