This seminar will trace the history of Comparative Literature as it evolved first in Europe (Goethe's idea of Weltliteratur, the 'French School', and Auerbach's and Spitzer's philology school in Istanbul) then elsewhere (with particular focus on North and South America and North and South East Asia) with focus on new perspectives from postcolonial, feminist and gay/lesbian/queer studies.

This unit will familiarise students with theoretical and methodological debates in comparative literature and their wider impact on the study of interactions between literature, culture and society.

In this unit you begin a substantial, independent research project in International Comparative Literature and Translation Studies. Regular meetings with a supervisor approved by the Program of International Comparative Literature and Translation Studies Honours Coordinator will guide your progress. You will develop a plan for researching and writing the thesis, submit an ethics application if appropriate, familiarize yourself with disciplinary conventions and standards, engage with relevant literature, theories and methodologies, and submit drafts at agreed times.

In this unit you complete and submit your substantial, independent research project in International Comparative Literature and Translation Studies. Regular meetings with a supervisor approved by the Program of International Comparative Literature and Translation Studies Honours Coordinator will guide your progress. You will continue to submit drafts at agreed times, and develop your expertise in relevant research methods and analytical skills as well as in the subject matter of your specialist topic.