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 Semester I: Theories and Methodologies
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 Course Objectives:
 
 This semester introduces students to the foundational theories and methodologies essential for comparative literary studies.

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 Unit 1: Introduction to Comparative Literature
 
 
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 Defining Comparative Literature: Scope and evolution
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 The relationship between Comparative Literature and other disciplines (e.g., World Literature, Translation Studies)
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 Key figures in Comparative Literature
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 Unit 2: Classical Literary Theory
 
 
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 Plato: Theory of Forms and its impact on literature
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 Aristotle: Poetics (Tragedy, Comedy, Epic)
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 Longinus: On the Sublime
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 Unit 3: Modern Literary Theory
 
 
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 Formalism: Russian Formalism (Shklovsky, Jakobson)
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 Structuralism: Saussure, Lévi-Strauss, Barthes
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 Psychoanalysis: Freud, Lacan
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 Unit 4: Contemporary Literary Theory
 
 
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 Post-structuralism: Derrida, Foucault
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 Feminist Theory: Key concepts and approaches
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 Postcolonial Theory: Said, Spivak, Bhabha
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 Suggested Readings:
 

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 Bassnett, Susan.
 
 Comparative Literature: A Critical Introduction.
 
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 Eagleton, Terry.
 
 Literary Theory: An Introduction.
 
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 Selden, Raman.
 
 A Reader's Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory.
 
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 Semester II: Literary Genres and Cross-Cultural Studies
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 Course Objectives:
 
 This semester explores various literary genres and their cross-cultural manifestations, emphasizing comparative analysis.

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 Unit 1: Tragedy
 
 
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 Greek Tragedy: Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides
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 Shakespearean Tragedy: Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello
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 Modern Tragedy: Ibsen, Miller
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 Unit 2: Comedy
 
 
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 Classical Comedy: Aristophanes, Plautus
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 Shakespearean Comedy: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night
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 Modern Comedy: Wilde, Shaw
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 Unit 3: Epic
 
 
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 Classical Epic: Homer (Iliad, Odyssey), Virgil (Aeneid)
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 Indian Epic: Vyasa (Mahabharata), Valmiki (Ramayana)
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 Modern Epic: Joyce (Ulysses), Walcott (Omeros)
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 Unit 4: Cross-Cultural Studies
 
 
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 Translation Theory and Practice
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 Adaptation Studies: Film, Theatre, Literature
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 Intertextuality and Influence
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 Suggested Readings:
 

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 Bloom, Harold.
 
 Shakespeare: The Invention of the Human.
 
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 Dasgupta, Sanjukta.
 
 Translation and Interpreting: A Reader.
 
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 Genette, Gérard.
 
 Palimpsests: Literature in the Second Degree.
 
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 Semester III: Literature and Other Arts
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 Course Objectives:
 
 This semester examines the interdisciplinary relationship between literature and other art forms, such as music, painting, and cinema.

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 Unit 1: Literature and Music
 
 
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 The relationship between poetry and music
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 Opera and Literature
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 Musicality in prose
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 Unit 2: Literature and Painting
 
 
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 Ekphrasis: Literature describing visual art
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 The influence of painting styles on literary movements
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 Visual elements in literature
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 Unit 3: Literature and Cinema
 
 
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 Film adaptation of literary works
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 Narrative techniques in film and literature
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 The influence of cinema on modern literature
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 Unit 4: Intermediality
 
 
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 Theories of intermediality
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 Case studies of intermedial works
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 The role of technology in intermedial art
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 Suggested Readings:
 

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 Hutcheon, Linda.
 
 A Theory of Adaptation.
 
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 Rajewsky, Irina O.
 
 Intermediality, Remediation, and the Question of Genre.
 
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 Stam, Robert.
 
 Literature Through Film: Realism, Magic, and the Art of Adaptation.
 
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 Semester IV: Dissertation and Contemporary Issues
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 Course Objectives:
 
 This final semester focuses on dissertation work and explores contemporary issues in comparative literature.

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 Unit 1: Dissertation Proposal and Research Methodology
 
 
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 Developing a dissertation proposal
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 Research methods in comparative literature
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 Ethical considerations in research
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 Unit 2: Contemporary Literary Theory Revisited
 
 
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 Revisiting key concepts from previous semesters
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 New directions in literary theory
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 The relevance of theory to contemporary issues
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 Unit 3: Literature and Globalization
 
 
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 The impact of globalization on literature
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 Transnational literature
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 The role of literature in shaping global identities
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 Unit 4: Special Topics in Comparative Literature
 
 
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 Digital Humanities and Literature
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 Environmental Literature (Ecocriticism)
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 Literature and Human Rights
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 Suggested Readings:
 

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 Moretti, Franco.
 
 Distant Reading.
 
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 Trivedi, Harish, and Meenakshi Mukherjee.
 
 Interrogating Post-colonialism.
 
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 Young, Robert J. C.
 
 Postcolonialism: An Historical Introduction.
 
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Choosing between MA Comparative Literature and MA English Literature can be a pivotal decision for Indian students aiming for advanced studies in literature. Both courses delve into literary analysis, but their scope and approach differ significantly.


 
 MA Comparative Literature:
 

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 Explores literature across different languages, cultures, and time periods. It emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, connecting literature with history, philosophy, and other fields.
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 Analyzes literary themes, genres, and movements in a global context. Students often study works in translation and learn to compare and contrast literary traditions.
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 Career Paths:
 
 Opens doors to careers in academia, translation, publishing, journalism, and international organizations.
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 MA English Literature:
 

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 Scope:
 
 Focuses primarily on literature written in English, including British, American, and postcolonial literature.
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 Focus:
 
 Provides an in-depth understanding of English literary history, major authors, and critical theories. Students develop strong analytical and writing skills.
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 Career Paths:
 
 Leads to careers in teaching, writing, editing, publishing, and content creation.
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 Key Differences:
 

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 Language Focus
 
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 Multiple languages; often works in translation
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 Primarily English
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 Cultural Scope
 
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 Global, cross-cultural
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 Primarily English-speaking cultures
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 Approach
 
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 Interdisciplinary, thematic
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 Historical, author-focused
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 Career Emphasis
 
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 International, translation, comparative studies
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 Teaching, writing, editing
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 Which Course is Right for You?
 

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 Choose MA Comparative Literature if:
 
 You have a passion for exploring literature from different cultures and languages, and you are interested in interdisciplinary studies.
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 Choose MA English Literature if:
 
 You are deeply interested in English literary history and want to develop strong analytical and writing skills focused on English-language texts.
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 Ultimately, the best choice depends on your individual interests, career goals, and academic strengths. Consider your language skills, cultural interests, and desired career path when making your decision.
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MA Comparative Literature vs. MA English Literature: A Detailed Comparison

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For Indian students considering advanced studies, the choice between MA Comparative Literature and MA Cultural Studies can be complex. Both fields explore culture and society, but their methodologies and focal points differ significantly.


 
 MA Comparative Literature:
 

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 Examines literature across different languages and cultures, emphasizing the interconnectedness of literary traditions. It involves analyzing texts, themes, and genres in a global context.
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 Centers on literary analysis, critical theory, and the historical and cultural contexts of literary works. Students develop skills in close reading, interpretation, and comparative analysis.
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 Career Paths:
 
 Prepares students for careers in academia, translation, publishing, journalism, and cultural organizations.
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 MA Cultural Studies:
 

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 Explores a broad range of cultural phenomena, including literature, film, music, media, and popular culture. It examines how culture shapes identity, power relations, and social practices.
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 Employs interdisciplinary approaches, drawing on sociology, anthropology, media studies, and critical theory. Students analyze cultural texts and practices to understand their social and political implications.
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 Career Paths:
 
 Leads to careers in media, journalism, cultural policy, research, and advocacy.
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 Key Differences:
 

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 Primary Focus
 
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 Literary texts and traditions
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 Literary analysis, critical theory
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 Global, cross-cultural literary contexts
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 Contemporary culture, media, and society
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 Academia, translation, literary criticism
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 Making the Right Choice:
 

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 Choose MA Comparative Literature if:
 
 You are passionate about literature and want to explore its global dimensions, focusing on textual analysis and critical interpretation.
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 Choose MA Cultural Studies if:
 
 You are interested in understanding the broader cultural landscape, including media, popular culture, and social issues, using interdisciplinary approaches.
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 Consider your academic interests, career aspirations, and preferred methodologies when making your decision. Both fields offer valuable insights and skills, but they cater to different intellectual and professional goals.
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