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Overview

When we read contemporary literature, how do we know what is valuable, good or lasting? Do we decide about literary value based on timelessness and complexity or daring and beauty? How important is taste or personal preference? In reading a set of major works from the last twenty years, this… For more content click the Read More button below.

Conditions for Enrolment

Prerequisite: 24 units of credit at Level 1

Course Attributes

General Education

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

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Course Outline

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ARTS2040 Course Outline

Fees

TypeAmount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)$499
Domestic Students$4710
International Students$4710

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