IDS 306: MONSTERS & DEMONS

Credits 3
Division
UG
School Division
School of Humanities, Sciences and Technology
This course examines the concept of monstrosity from an interdisciplinary perspective. Students will explore the role of monsters in fairy tales, mythology and literature, as well as how concepts of monstrosity have changed throughout history. They will also explore psychological and sociological approaches to the study of monsters. Students will analyze the role of monsters in contemporary popular culture, including film, comics, video games, toys.