CLU33442 Latin Epic
Virgil’s Aeneid is one of the most influential poems in world literature, never without its admirers and its critics. It was known and read across the Roman empire, while in recent times its precise attitude towards that empire has been the subject of fierce debate. It was taught to generations of schoolchildren and has inspired many poets, writers, and artists. This module offers students the opportunity to read two books of the Aeneid in Latin. We will investigate Virgil’s poetic technique and explore the ways in which themes of gender, history, warfare, and the natural world animate this famous poem.
- Module Organisers:
- Professor Anna Chahoud
- Duration:
- Semester 1
- Contact Hours:
- 22 (11 2-hr reading classes)
- Weighting:
- 10 ECTS
- Assessment:
- 40% coursework, 60% written examination
- Course Open To:
- Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology; TJH Latin; Visiting; Open Module
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
- Recognise and translate a substantial Latin vocabulary
- Recognise all the main features of the morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics of Latin and discuss them as they appear in texts using appropriate linguistic terminology
- Analyse and translate Latin poetry and prose of an appropriate level
- Discuss in general terms the history and politics of the Latin language
- Work effectively in small groups
- Effectively use e-learning tools and electronic resources to support language learning
- Demonstrate an ability to reflect independently and creatively