THE AGORA TO HOGWARTS: GREEK AND ROMAN CULTURE IN THE MODERN WORLD

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Overview

This subject provides an informative and fun introduction to two of the major cultures of the Ancient Mediterranean world: Ancient Greece and Rome, and looks at where they turn up in the modern world from our own university's 'Agora' to the Latin spells of the Harry Potter series. We explore the fascinating worlds of Greece and Rome, including the places where their histories, societies and languages have influenced our own culture. Students will learn about the worlds of Julius Caesar and Socrates; learn about ancient societies at war and at peace; and discover what we have taken from ancient political structures ('democracy', 'senate', 'fascism'), sport (the Olympics; gladiators), history, law, science, medicine and mythology.

This is a level 1 subject and includes live sessions with the expectation of student attendance and participation.

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Subject coordinator

Leanne McNamara

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 1 - UG

AQF level

Level 5 - Diploma

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.

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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 - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry

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:

Demonstrate knowledge about two ancient cultures and knowledge of their historical context

Relate other cultures to their own

Demonstrate an increased capacity to understand the workings of culture and language

Improve their written skills and extend their English vocabulary

Share their acquired knowledge and review their classmates' analyses of ancient and modern cultures

Learning activities

Lecture, readings, tutorial and seminar. Readings, tutorial and seminar. Group Presentation.

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