Reading Round

This course is for those who love literature but have little time for homework.

Run over five weeks, each class will focus on a piece of short fiction, non-fiction or poetry (story, essay or poem). Each week, the class teacher will read the text out loud. Following the reading there will be time for group discussion where you will consider characterisation, tone, mood, form and imagery.

You will be provided with the text at the start of each class and no preparation is required, making it ideal for those looking to engage with literature without the commitment of extra tasks.

Any essential or recommended reading will be shared by the course teacher once the course is confirmed to run.  

You will require access to a device with an internet connection. 

If you have fully engaged with all the learning activities and have attended regularly, by the end of the course, you should be able to:

• Recognise and articulate the use of literary techniques and terminology in short, self-contained texts
• Apply active listening skills, focusing on understanding and interpreting spoken literary texts during live readings
• Discuss literary themes, techniques, and personal interpretations in a group setting 

We welcome all and are committed to fostering a positive culture and sense of community among learners and staff. We expect learners to treat others with dignity and respect. Learners must be aged 16+.  

If you have a disability, learning difficulty, health condition, or personal circumstances which may affect your learning, please let us know so that we can make appropriate adjustments in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.  

Wherever possible, we mainstream adjustments in line with the University’s accessible and inclusive learning policy. 

Learners will have limited access to the University’s student support services who will signpost appropriate local sources of support. 

This course is suitable for those with no prior experience of university study.  

You will need to have reading, listening and communication skills, including the ability to understand detailed ideas and information presented verbally and in writing. You must be comfortable learning in English if it is not your first language. You will need basic digital skills, such as using a computer and navigating a website, to access the learning materials.

Please note that the course booking deadline is 8 days before the course start date.