LATN1600 - Introduction to Latin 1

Semester 1, 2013  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Anne Isabella Rogerson
Phone: +61 2 9036 6017
Email: anne.rogerson@sydney.edu.au

Description

This unit provides the essential linguistic foundation to the study of the literature, culture, history and long legacy of the Latin-speaking world ruled by Rome. No previous knowledge of any forgeign language is assumed and all grammatical concepts encountered will be explained. The unit introdces the basics of Latin through the study of grammar and, using a wide variety of short and longer readings form a range of Roman authors, provides an introduction to Latin literature.

Assessments

1250wd-equivalent weekly language assignments (30%), 1250wd-equivalent weekly quizzes (30%), 1x2hr exam (40%)

Classes

3x1-hr lectures/week, 1x1-hr tutorial/week

Prohibitions

LATN2620

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