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MLT116A   Latin Beginner 1   (10 credits)

 
Year Running: 2019/2020
Credit level: Based on the level of the student
Additional Information   For students with no previous knowledge of the language. 

Description

Assuming no prior knowledge of the language, this unit aims to provide an initial foundation in the language and culture of ancient Rome for the study of basic classical and medieval texts, or for an elementary understanding of how modern languages such as English are infuenced by their Latin origins (CEF level equivalent to A1+). Of particular relevance to Linguists, Historians, Archaeologists, Theologians and Musicians, this unit should also be of interest to students of Law, Medicine, Chemistry, Biology and other modern sciences wishing to investigate the etymology of specialist terminology used in their disciplines.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 67.0
Seminar 33.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Exam 1.5 50 % S1
Other 0.0 50 % S1
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2019-20.