| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-03 | - |
| 2024-12-10 | - |
Program Overview
This independent study course in Comparative Literature explores complex issues and themes through the lens of different cultures and literatures. It provides students with the opportunity to engage in individualized research and analysis, deepening their understanding of global perspectives and literary traditions. The course is available for undergraduate students who meet the eligibility requirements.
Program Outline
Other:
- Subject Description: Comparative Literature
- Subject: COMP-LIT
- Catalog Number: 396ISH
- Class Number: 28735
- Course ID: 039578
- Section: 01
- Class Attributes: HONS: ENRICHED
- Academic Career: UGRD
- Meeting: Herter Hall room 400
- Annotation: For complete and up-to-date class details, meeting times, and textbook information, search for this class in Spire. Select the class term "Fall 2024" and subject "Comparative Literature" and enter the class number "28735".
- Eligibility: Students must apply through CHC PATHS to add this course
- Credit: 6
- Mode: In Person
- Component: Ind Study
- Meets: In Person
- Start Date: September 3, 2024
- End Date: December 10, 2024
- Instructors: Jessica Barr
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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