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Poetry and Politics
University of Westminster - Full Curriculum Program
London, England
Dates: 1/15/22 - 5/28/22
Poetry and Politics
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: University of Westminster
Location: London, England
Primary Subject Area: English Language & Literature
Instruction in: English
Course Code: 4ELIT006W
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 200
Recommended Semester Credits: 4
DESCRIPTION
This module introduces students to both the varieties of modern poetry and the ways in which poetry engages with
the world. It focuses principally on poetic works drawn from the last 200 years and is particularly concerned with
poetry’s role in examining, interrogating and contributing to discussions about social and political issues. Topics may
include: the role of poetry; gender and the body; political voices; poetry and place; sexuality; violence and conflict.
the world. It focuses principally on poetic works drawn from the last 200 years and is particularly concerned with
poetry’s role in examining, interrogating and contributing to discussions about social and political issues. Topics may
include: the role of poetry; gender and the body; political voices; poetry and place; sexuality; violence and conflict.