Overview
Humans have communicated their thoughts, ideas, and feelings through poetry throughout history. At its best, it tells us new truths about the human experience. However, it’s often presented as hard to understand without expert knowledge.
This Poetry - How to Read a Poem course from the University of York will also give you guidance on developing your own poetic voice when writing verse.
Education
- Assessments (and subsequent certificates) are optional and carry a fee, with the exception of people with a York username for whom they are free.
Programme Structure
- Whether you’re a poetry fanatic or you’re eager to learn, you’ll learn tools for approaching the study of poetry, ways to express your appreciation of poetry, and ways to find new riches in your favourite poems.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- York, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Education Literature View 29 other Short Courses in Literature in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course is designed for poetry and literature lovers everywhere and anyone who wants to develop and expand their writing skills.
It is suitable for keen poetry readers as well as those just getting started on their journey.
The course will be especially useful for A-level (and equivalent) students who want to know what it’s like to study English at a university level.