2008/09 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
CLAS2913 Advanced Latin Grammar and Translation 1
20 creditsClass Size: 20
Module manager: Dr Regine May
Email: r.may@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2008/09
Pre-requisite qualifications
Latin at A-Level or equivalent standard.Pre-requisites
CLAS1912 | Latin Texts and Grammar 2 |
Module replaces
CLAS2210 Further Latin LanguageCLAS2211 Translation from LatinThis module is approved as an Elective
Module summary
This module is suitable for those students with an advanced level of Latin who have gained at least a pass mark in CLAS1912 Latin Texts and Grammar 2. These classes will focus on advanced Latin grammar and translation of unprepared texts. There will also be an element of private reading of set texts. The set texts this year are a selection taken from in and around the Age of Augustus: Vergil, Eclogues; Livy Book 1; Tibullus, Elegies 1; Seneca, Controversiae. Handouts of texts will be provided. In all classes, emphasis will be on recognition and use of advanced aspects of Latin grammar, as well as fluent and accurate reading of texts. The module is worth 20 credits and runs in both semesters, with two classes per week. For further information, visit us at the Electives Fair or contact the Department of Classics, situated on the first floor of the Parkinson Building, south end (email: classics@leeds.ac.uk; website: www.leeds.ac.uk/classics/; telephone: 0113 343 3537).Objectives
The module concentrates on advanced Latin grammar, unseen translation practice and private reading of set texts. On completion of this module, students should be able to:- recognise and explain the use of aspects of advanced Latin grammar, syntax and metre;
- translate prepared and unprepared texts with increased accuracy and sensitivity.
Learning outcomes
Students completing this module are expected to have acquired:
- a working knowledge of metre;
- an increased knowledge of aspects of advanced Latin grammar and syntax;
- an increased ability to translate Latin texts accurately and sensitively.
Skills outcomes
On successful completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced range of subject-specific skills, including an ability to recognise and use advanced aspects of Latin grammar, analyse Latin texts critically and produce fluent and accurate translations of those texts;
- demonstrate a range of transferable skills, including organisation of personal study and participation in oral discussion in class.
Syllabus
These classes will focus on advanced Latin grammar and translation of unprepared texts. There will also be an element of private reading of set texts. The set texts this year are a selection taken from in and around the Age of Augustus: Vergil, Eclogues; Livy Book 1; Tibullus, Elegies 1; Seneca, Controversiae. In all classes, emphasis will be on recognition and use of advanced aspects of Latin grammar, as well as fluent and accurate reading of texts.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Tutorial | 40 | 1.00 | 40.00 |
Private study hours | 160.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 40.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 |
Private study
Private study: preparing translations = 94 hoursEssay/ Commentary Exercise = 20 hours
Exam Preparation = 46 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Oral translation and discussion in class, two pieces of written coursework, and an exam at the end of semester 2.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Assignment | Short Assignment 1 | 15.00 |
Assignment | Short Assignment 2 | 15.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 30.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Exam with advance information on questions | 2 hr | 70.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 70.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 12/05/2010
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