LATN2601 - Intermediate Latin 2

Semester 2, 2011  |  Credit Points: 6

Coordinator: Robert Cowan
Phone: +61 2 9351 7210
Email: bob.cowan@sydney.edu.au

Description

This unit concentrates on consolidating the basic knowledge of the Latin language already acquired though language study and the close reading of one or two important texts (to be advised on the department of Classics & Ancient History web site prior to commencement of lectures). Acquaintance with Roman literature will also be expanded through studying these texts with a view to evaluating their literary aims and qualities and examining their generic and socio-historical background.

Assessments

written assignments (30%), 1x1500 word essay (30%) and 1x2 hour exam (40%)

Classes

3x1 hour lectures per week

Prerequisites

LATN2600 or LATN1101

Prohibitions

LATN1102

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