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Classical Language and Texts: Latin III

Module titleClassical Language and Texts: Latin III
Module codeCLA1254
Academic year2024/5
Credits30
Module staff

Dr Chiara Meccariello (Convenor)

Duration: Term123
Duration: Weeks

11

11

Number students taking module (anticipated)

30

Module description

This module will build on your existing knowledge of Latin. It will increase your fluency in reading whole Latin texts and strengthen your linguistic abilities. You will focus on studying a main set text in each term and supplementary and supporting texts which will be complemented with classes dedicated to language and syntax work.

Module aims - intentions of the module

This module aims:

  • To study set texts, Latin language work and the practice of literary criticism together in a single integrated module.
  • To prepare you for the study of Latin language and literature at a more advanced level.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)

ILO: Module-specific skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

  • 1. Demonstrate a solid grasp of Latin language both through translation from and into Latin and through the close study of number of prose and verse texts

ILO: Discipline-specific skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

  • 2. Identify, describe and manipulate a range of linguistic forms and structures
  • 3. With guidance, interpret and analyse works from an advanced literary culture of an earlier era

ILO: Personal and key skills

On successfully completing the module you will be able to...

  • 4. With guidance, discuss the meaning of complex, demanding texts and apply linguistic skills
  • 5. 5 Demonstrate independent study skills, as well as the ability to work in groups in literary discussion and in working on translation and grammar

Syllabus plan

Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that each week the  classes will be divided as appropriate between the following:

  • Close reading pre-prepared sections of the set text and tackling difficult passages
  • Discussing key themes of the set text, beta texts and secondary literature
  • Tackling advanced grammar issues.

An overview of the class schedules will be discussed at the start of each term, and guidance will be provided about the required preparation for each class.

Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning and Teaching ActivitiesGuided independent studyPlacement / study abroad
662340

Details of learning activities and teaching methods

CategoryHours of study timeDescription
Scheduled Learning and Teaching663 x 1 hour classes per week
Guided Independent Study234Preparation for seminars and assessments

Formative assessment

Form of assessmentSize of the assessment (eg length / duration)ILOs assessedFeedback method
Prepared language assignmentsWeekly1-2, 4-5Verbal
Formative exercise 150 minutes1-2, 4-5Mark, written, and verbal comments
Formative exercise 250 minutes1-2, 4-5Mark, written, and verbal comments

Summative assessment (% of credit)

CourseworkWritten examsPractical exams
70030

Details of summative assessment

Form of assessment% of creditSize of the assessment (eg length / duration)ILOs assessedFeedback method
Essay 1201000 words1-5Mark and written comments
Essay 2201000 words1-5Mark and written comments
Written assignment 1151000 words1-2, 4-5Mark and written comments
Written assignment 2151000 words1-2, 4-5Mark and written comments
Test 11550 minutes1-2, 4-5Mark and written comments
Test 2 1550 minutes1-2, 4-5Mark and written comments
0

Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)

Original form of assessmentForm of re-assessmentILOs re-assessedTimescale for re-assessment
Essay 1Essay (1000 words)1-5Referral/Deferral period
Essay 2Essay (1000 words)1-5Referral/Deferral period
Written assignment 1 (1000 words)Written assignment (1000 words)1-2, 4-5Referral/Deferral period
Written assignment 2 (1000 words)Written assignment (1000 words)1-2, 4-5Referral/Deferral period
Test 1Test (50 minutes)1-2, 4-5Referral/Deferral period
Test 2Test (50 minutes)1-2, 4-5Referral/Deferral period

Re-assessment notes

Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.

Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.

Indicative learning resources - Basic reading

Two texts, to be confirmed by the module tutor. You will be given a list of beta texts to be read in conjunction with these works by the lecturer.

Key words search

Classics, Latin, Language

Credit value30
Module ECTS

15

Module pre-requisites

Latin A Level, CLA1252/2252 Classical Language and Texts: Latin II or equivalent

Module co-requisites

None

NQF level (module)

4

Available as distance learning?

No

Origin date

2011

Last revision date

24/07/2020