All periods of literature in French are in principle offered for specialised study. Cultural and political topics are also normally offered. A selection of two options will be made by each student after individual consultation with the course adviser, within a list of options approved annually by the Department of French. The other is either a further such option, or is chosen from courses offered to BA Finalists, in which case MA students, after consultation, follow an augmented syllabus tailored to the individual student s interests. This structure allows for maximum choice on the part of the student.
Topics change from year to year.
Transgression in Medieval Literature. MA students complete term-assignments. Teaching takes the form of seminars and tutorials. It also serves as evidence of ability to undertake further research. The second component is examined by two 4000-word essays per option.