This course is open to all students who are preparing to write - or who are already in the process of writing - their BA and MA theses in American literary and cultural studies, as well as to students who want to do a research module ("Recherchemodul"). Students will hone their academic writings skills with the help of various written assignments, develop and work on an exposé, share and revise their work in progress.

Requirements: Regular attendance to the scheduled sessions; completion of all writing assignments; development of an exposé; active participation in class discussions.