Utopian Studies extends the notion from Thomas More's Utopia to the emergence of dystopian literature, highlighting the connection between fictionalized literary works and reality. The seminar is designed for students with advanced reading skills as the primary readings are mainly novels. Students are expected to carry out individual research. Further readings (journals, academic papers, etc) will be provided to support the discussion during the class. Provisional reading list: Utopia by Thomas More News from Nowhere by William Morris The Time Machine by H.G. Wells High-Rise by J.G. Ballard Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood