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Poetry (CWRI20007)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject introduces students to a broad range of both poetic genres and poetic styles. Students can expect to read poetry by a diverse variety of historic literati (from the 1800s to the 2010s), with emphasis on modern trends in current poetics.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Critically analyse a broad range of poems from various different forms and periods.
  • Draft and develop poems from a variety of approaches and forms.
  • Identify poetic conventions, critically discuss them, and deploy them in a sophisticated way.
  • Frame and effectively communicate arguments in relation to contemporary poetry in a range of oral, digital and written formats.
  • Interact effectively with peers in a semi-structured group to achieve a shared goal.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:

  • Demonstrated sound and independent critical and ethical thinking in their choice of materials and processes
  • The ability to present written and oral communication to a professional standard regarding their treatment and material choices.

Last updated: 9 April 2025