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Overview

This subject is an introduction to Latin: the language and culture of ancient Rome and its empire. Our aim is to commence the reading of the texts at an early stage, and also to learn the paradigms, basic grammatical concepts, and translation skills, especially from Latin into English. We will … For more content click the Read more button below.

Portfolio

Arts, Social Sciences & Commerce (Pre 2022)

School

Humanities and Social Sciences (Pre 2022)

Subject coordinator

Rhiannon Evans

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 2 - UG

AQF level

Level 6 - Advanced Diploma

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

Subject instances

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Learning resources

Prescribed - Book - Cambridge Latin Course Book 1

Prescribed - Book - Cambridge Latin Course Book 2

Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing
COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective
DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
2.
An increased knowledge of the language and culture of the Romans and their influence on today's world, particularly with reference to the way that the Latin language feeds into English and other Modern European languages.
3.
The ability to explain and make use of grammatical and syntactical features of language.
5.
Develop a nuanced understanding of grammar, vocabulary and syntax and the ability to apply it in new contexts.
6.
The ability to critically evaluate and manage information retrieved from dictionaries and work in groups to respond to in-class exercises.
8.
Write short sentences and phrases in Latin relevant to Ancient Rome.

Learning activities

Written work and language exercises, translation or grammar problems.  In-class discussion and group work.