Latin Texts: 1
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| CLAR1006 | Classics and Archaeology | 1 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- CLAR1006
- School
- Classics and Archaeology
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module examines, in the original Latin, a text or texts representative of an author, genre, period or theme of Latin literature, paying special attention to matters of language and style. Literary appreciation and linguistic skills are developed through detailed analysis of the original Latin. The position of the text in the development of the genre will be explored, as well as its relationship with its social context.
Target Students
Available to all Undergraduate Level 1 students in the Department of Classics and Archaeology including Liberal Arts, exchange and subsidiary students who have a good A-level pass (or equivalent prior learning) in Latin. CLAR1006 and CLAR1008 should be taken as a pair, but if there is a valid reason why you are unable to enrol for one or other of these modules, please contact Nicholas Wilshere, the departmental Language Teaching Co-ordinator, to discuss your options.
Classes
- One 2-hour workshop each week for 10 weeks
- Two 1-hour seminars each week for 10 weeks
Assessment
- 70% Coursework: Individual portfolio of exercises
- 30% Exam (1-hour)
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
To develop students' ability to read Latin with fluency, understanding and insight through the study of a Latin text or texts and to reinforce their knowledge of the Latin language both through reading and by a systematic revision of Latin accidence and syntax to be completed in CLAR1008 Latin Texts: 2.Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
Latin accidence and syntax and its interpretation; critical and theoretical approaches to the study of Latin texts in the original language; literary, cultural and historical contexts for Latin literature; the relevance of Latin texts for the study of ancient history, society and visual culture; the reception of Latin literature in later periods.
Intellectual skills:
Engage in close and logical analysis of texts and arguments; think independently while giving due weight to the arguments of others; understand complex ideas and relate then to specific problems or questions; acquire substantial quantities of information systematically and process it effectively; construct a coherent argument substantiated by relevant evidence.
Professional Practical Skills:
Read Latin texts independently and with a high level of accuracy and understanding; translate unseen a straightforward passage in Latin from poetry and non-technical prose at an appropriate level; articulate knowledge and understanding of Latin literature and its literary, historical and cultural contexts.
Transferable (key) Skills:
Work productively with others; communicate effectively in writing; communicate effectively by oral presentation organise and manage their working time, including scheduling tasks and meeting deadlines; word-process material with attention to detail and accuracy; take responsibility for their own learning, reflect upon and assess their own progress, strengths and weaknesses.