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School of Literature, Languages and Linguistics · ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences
This course offers students the chance to explore the literary, historical and cultural contexts of Ancient Greece though the close study of a text or series of texts read in the original language. Each iteration of the course is designed around a single author, genre, or theme. There will be further tuition in and revision of the grammar and syntax of Ancient Greek.
Translation and Commentary Exercise (c. 1000 words)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Essay (c. 1500 words, excluding footnotes, quotations, translations)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Performance/Presentation and Commentary (10 minutes)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Final Exam (2 hours)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Participation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
130 hours of total student learning time made up from: a) 36 hours of contact in language classes over 12 weeks. b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading and writing. Other Information Students may enroll in this course more than once. This course is repeatable for credit, up to a maximum of 42 units, and if repeated must be repeated with a different topic each time.
The Convener will indicate the Ancient Greek text(s) to be studied prior to the commencement of the semester.