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IAS111 - Introduction to Australasian Literature

2026

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Literary Studies

Credit Points

Unit Level

100

Equivalent Units

(LIT104)

Prerequisites

Incompatible

Coerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

This unit introduces students to a selection of contemporary literature from the Australasian region (including works in English from such areas as Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, and China). Students learn to analyse themes and styles from a variety of genres (including poetry, novels, and dramas). Students will compare works from a variety of cultures against the backdrop of the global market for literature and learn how to conduct academic research.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Identify conventions deployed in varied genres.
2.	Analyse literary theories about writing in the region.
3.	Compare and discuss the cultural contexts of literature in the region.
4.	Analyse styles and themes from examples of literature of the region.
5.	Express arguments about literature through essayistic commentary.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Discussion Board Posts, 2 x 100 words	10%	3,4
2.	Discussion lead, individual or pairs (5 mins/8 mins)	25%	1,2,3,4,5
3.	Minor Essay (500 words)	20%	1,2,3,4
4.	Essay (1,000 words)	40%	1,2,3,4,5
5.	Participation (min. 6 Discussion Board responses or live contribution in 6 tutorials)	5%	1,2,3,4,5'

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2026	Semester 1	Internal	Danala - Education and Community Precinct	OLR	View
2026	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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