University of Barcelona

This course provides a rigorous in-depth study of the four main Shakespearean tragedies: HAMLET, MACBETH, OTHELLO, and KING LEAR. It presents the most relevant theoretical-critical models (humanistic criticism, post-structuralism, semiotics, cultural materialism, and feminism) as they apply to understanding tragedy, particularly the four Shakespeare tragedies.

The course introduces developmental psychology as a fundamental discipline focused on the study of psychological change with particular emphasis on childhood. It combines a solid theoretical foundation with an applied perspective, addressing prevention, assessment, intervention, and optimization in developmental processes. The course adopts a holistic view of development, highlighting the interaction between biological, psychological, social, cultural, and educational factors.

This course offers a study of the most representative and influential works in the field of literary thought and creation. Topics include: functions and definitions of art and issues with aesthetic periodization; notions of aesthetics and medieval symbolism; continuities and inflections of the classicist cycle-- from the Renaissance to Enlightenment; aesthetic movements of the 19th century-- from Romanticism to Decadence; aesthetic ruptures of the 20th century-- the Avant-Garde.

This course offers study of Spanish spoken in everyday situations. Topics include: shopping; Spanish and Latin American gastronomy; popular festivals and holidays; Barcelona neighborhoods; public transport; activities on a night out; activities for a weekend in Barcelona; colloquial expressions.

The course reviews modernist and post-modernist novels in English literature, as well as the historical and cultural contexts that influenced their development. It provides a critical analysis of a selection of texts published in the British Isles and/or other English-speaking environments during the Modern (1880-1930) and Postmodern (1960-present) periods. Texts covered may vary by term and/or instructor.

This course offers a study of the physical and natural environment of Spain. It examines Spain's territory in relation to its social environment and economy, both nationally and regionally. This course also discusses Spain's diversity through examination of its natural regions and its autonomous communities. Finally, it focuses on the transition to democracy, the Spanish constitution and current institutions, and Spanish society today.

This course offers an overview of the foundations of contemporary theoretical-critical thinking and motivations behind the latest trends in literary theory. Topics include: feminist theory and literary criticism; from feminist theory to gender studies; the debate on reading.

This course studies the fundamental concepts and basic distinctions in the philosophy of language. It examines contemporary discussions related to the relationship between language and the world. It discusses the works of Gottlob Frege, Bertrand Russell, and Saul Kripke.