Outline

Overview

What is love? Italian authors throughout the centuries have provided many different interpretations. Drawing upon major works of the Italian literary and philosophical tradition, this unit will explore texts that deal with love and its cultural and political contexts ranging from the thirteenth to the nineteenth century.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	ITLN2002
Academic unit	Italian Studies
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	ITLN2611 or ITLN2631 or (12 credit points at 1000 level or 2000 level or 3000 level in Italian Studies) or 12 credit points at 1000 level in European Studies
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Daniel Canaris, daniel.canaris@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Daniela Panico, daniela.panico@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Daniel Canaris, daniel.canaris@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Assignment	Research Essay Research Essay	40%	Formal exam period Due date: 03 Jun 2024 at 23:59	3000 words
Outcomes assessed:
Presentation	Presentation Presentation	20%	Multiple weeks Due date: 24 May 2024 at 23:59	10 minutes + 1500 words submitted script
Outcomes assessed:
Small test	Mid-term test 1000 words	20%	Week 07 Due date: 10 Apr 2024 at 12:00	1 hour
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Research Proposal Research Proposal	10%	Week 09 Due date: 26 Apr 2024 at 23:59	500 words
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Participation Students' informed participation in class discussions of assigned materials	10%	Weekly	Weekly
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Assessment summary

1x1500wd/10 mins Presentation (20%), 1x1000wd In-semester test (20%), 1x500wd Research Proposal (10%), 1x3000wd essay (40%), 1x Participation (10%)

Assessment criteria

HD	High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
DI	Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
CR	Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
PS	Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
FA	Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.
AF	Absent fail	0 - 49	When you haven’t completed all assessment tasks or met the attendance requirements.
CN	Cancelled	No mark	When your enrolment has been cancelled.
DC	Discontinued not to count as failure	No mark	When you discontinue a unit after the relevant census date but before the DC deadline.
DF	Discontinue – fail	No mark	When you discontinue a unit after the DC deadline but before the DF deadline
FR	Failed requirements	No mark	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard, for units which are marked as either Satisfied requirements or Failed requirements.
SR	Satisfied requirements	No mark	When you meet the learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard, for units which are marked as either Satisfied requirements or Failed requirements.
WD	Withdrawn	No mark	When you discontinue a unit before the relevant census date. WD grades do not appear on your academic transcript

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

As per FASS late penalty policy.

Academic integrity

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We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

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Support for students

The Support for Students Policy 2023 reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy 2023. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction: Plato's Symposium	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 02	Courtly Love: Andreas Capellanus	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 03	Il Dolce Stil Nuovo: Guinizzelli and Cavalcanti	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 04	Dante's Vita Nuova	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 05	Francesca da Rimini in Dante's Inferno	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 06	Love and the Plague: Giovanni Boccaccio's Decameron	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 07	Research workshop and mid-term test	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 08	Love and Destruction in the Decameron: Cimone and Calandrino	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 09	The Crystallization of Courtly Love: Francesco Petrarca, the Canzoniere	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 10	Platonic Love: Marsilio Ficino	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 11	Love and Madness: Ludovico Ariosto	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 12	Love and Conduct: Baldassar Castiglione	Seminar (2 hr)
Week 13	Tullia d'Aragona and Infinite Love	Seminar (2 hr)

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. be introduced to some of the major writers of Italian literature, and will be provided with a foundation for further study of specific Italian authors and texts
LO2. develop a critical understanding of a broad selection of Italian literary texts
LO3. gain an understanding of the development of the theme of 'love' in different literary and cultural contexts, and of the ways in which this theme is still visible in the contemporary Italian literary landscape
LO4. develop critical and analytical skills in relation to literary and historical studies
LO5. acquire an understanding of ethical issues associated with the theme of 'love' throughout the history of Italian literature

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

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ITLN2002: Love in Italian Culture

Semester 1, 2024 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect