Introductory description

This module offers the opportunity to learn the basics of the classical Greek language and is designed for students who have little or no previous experience of the language.

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Module aims

Outline syllabus

This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.

This module offers the opportunity to learn the basics of Classical Greek and is designed for students who have little or no previous experience of the language. It is suggested that students purchase copies of 'Greek for Beginners' by L. A. Wilding (1973) and 'The Oxford Grammar of Classical Greek' by James Morwood (2001).

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• know all the designated vocabulary and grammar
• have developed considerable translation skills, involving an appreciation of the different linguistic structure of this inflected language
• have cultivated their capacity for analytical and logical analysis
• have improved their grasp of English grammar
• appreciate the continuing influence of Greek on the English language

Indicative reading list

'Greek for Beginners' by L. A. Wilding (1973) ; Oxford Grammar of Classical Greek – James Morwood (2001)

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Subject specific skills

By the end of this module students should expect to: • know all the designated vocabulary and grammar • have developed considerable translation skills, involving an appreciation of the different linguistic structure of this inflected language • have cultivated their capacity for analytical and logical analysis • have improved their grasp of English grammar • appreciate the continuing influence of Greek on the English language

Transferable skills

• critical thinking
• problem solving
• active lifelong learning
• communication
• information literacy
• professionalism