Comparative Literature

Use tools and methods of literary analysis central to the discipline of Comparative Literature to read analyze and interpret literary texts.

Articulate a sound understanding of the broad outlines of western literary history including the place of Classical Greek and Roman literature within its development and demonstrate familiarity with the Asian tradition; know the literary traditions of two languages well enough to successfully complete course work and a reading list chosen in consultation with a
faculty adviser.

Demonstrate the ability to analyze a literary text in at least one language in addition to English.

Identify and research a problem in literary study by gaining an understanding of the state of knowledge surrounding the issue analyzing the primary and secondary sources relevant to it and formulating and following a method appropriate to the problem.