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ENL3004 The Literary Canon is one of two capstone courses in the Literature Major. It conducts a thorough review of the core skills and knowledges in the literature major through a detailed set of case studies in the historical valuation or canonisation of great books. Students will write essays on several great books and canonical authors and be tested on their knowledge of the processes of canonisation and the textual effects associated with literary distinction. The course advances knowledge gained in first two years of English Literature courses and prepares students for postgraduate studies in the discipline area.

This course provides students with a range of strategies for reading 'great books'. A number of celebrated English literary texts will be examined in terms of their sophistication and value, framed within the context of historical debates about the cultural importance of Classic Literature and the social and political functions of an English literary canon.

On successful completion of this course students should be able to:

1. demonstrate advanced academic and professional literacy by describing the formal characteristics of great books and critically applying this knowledge using specific examples drawn from different periods of literary history;
2. critically evaluate the cultural importance of Classic Literature within the context of the formation of the English literary canon, with reference to a number of celebrated English literary texts;
3. employ advanced ethical, research, and enquiry skills by researching, devising and expressing a complex argument which addresses objectives 1 and 2;
4. compose pieces of writing that adhere precisely to disciplinary conventions, specifically tailored to developing these complex arguments in cogent fashion;
5. consistently provide evidence of reflective practice and engagement with peer learning through participation in course discussions.