Latin Texts: 3
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| CLAR2002 | Classics and Archaeology | 2 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- CLAR2002
- School
- Classics and Archaeology
- Level
- 2
- 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, political and cultural context.
Target Students
Available to all Undergraduate level 2 students in the Department of Classics and Archaeology, including exchange and subsidiary students.CLAR2002 and CLAR2004 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 1: Individual portfolio of exercises
- 30% Exam 1 (1-hour): 1 hour exam
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to familiarise students with a Latin literary text or texts within the wider context of Roman literature and society, and to develop further their knowledge of Latin and ability to engage with Latin literature in the original language.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 passage of appropriate difficulty in Latin from poetry and non-technical prose; 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.