Methodological Approaches To Developing Literary Competence In Higher Education

Abstract: This article examines methodological approaches to developing literary competence in higher 
education, with a particular focus on students majoring in English and related educational fields. Literary 
competence is understood as a multidimensional construct encompassing linguistic, interpretive, contextual, 
aesthetic, and critical-reading skills necessary for meaningful engagement with literary texts. Drawing on 
competence-based education principles and aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for 
Languages (CEFR), the study analyzes contemporary pedagogical methods that foster students’ ability to 
comprehend, interpret, and evaluate literary works. The article explores a range of instructional approaches, 
including text-centered analysis, reader-response methodology, contextual and cultural interpretation, critical 
literacy practices, and blended learning strategies. Special attention is given to interactive and student-centered 
techniques that promote active participation, reflective thinking, and interdisciplinary integration. The findings 
suggest that the systematic application of these methodologies significantly enhances students’ literary 
competence and contributes to their professional development as future language educators. The article 
concludes by outlining methodological conditions and pedagogical recommendations for effectively integrating 
literary competence development into higher education curricula.