CX315-15 Latin 1

Department: Classics & Ancient History
Level: Undergraduate Level 3
Module leader: Joe Watson
Credit value: 15
Module duration: 10 weeks
Assessment: Multiple
Study location: University of Warwick main campus, Coventry

Introductory description

This module offers the opportunity to learn the basics of the Latin language and is designed for students who have little or no previous experience of the language.
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/classics/students/modules/latlang/

Module web page

Module aims

This module aims to introduce a complete beginner to most of the basic grammatical structures of Latin through graded exercises and translation of Latin texts.

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 the Latin language and is designed for students who have little or no previous experience of the language.

Learning outcomes

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

 By the end of this module students should expect to know all the designated Latin vocabulary, grammar and syntax
 By the end of this module students should expect to have developed skills in translating from Latin to English, involving an appreciation of the different linguistic structures encountered in an inflected language.
 By the end of this module students should expect to have cultivated their capacity for analytical and logical analysis.
 By the end of this module students should expect to have improved their grasp of English grammar.
 By the end of this module students should expect to appreciate the continuing influence of Latin on the English language.

Indicative reading list

Specific reading list for the module

Subject specific skills

 know the designated Latin vocabulary, grammar and syntax
 to have developed reading and translation skills in Latin, involving an appreciation of the different linguistic structures encountered in an inflected language
 have improved their study skills in learning a language
 have cultivated their capacity for analytical and logical analysis
 have improved their grasp of English grammar
 appreciate the continuing influence of Latin on the English language

Transferable skills

 Critical thinking
 problem solving
 active lifelong learning
 communication
 information literacy
 professionalism

Study time

Type	Required
Lectures	36 sessions of 1 hour (21%)
Private study	114 hours (67%)
Assessment	20 hours (12%)
Total	170 hours

Private study description

Learning vocabulary, revising grammar points and doing practice exercises.

Costs

Category	Description	Funded by	Cost to student
Books and learning materials	Textbook cost	Student	£35.00

You do not need to pass all assessment components to pass the module.

Assessment group C

	Weighting	Study time	Eligible for self-certification
In-class test 1	20%		No
In-class test 2	30%		No
Exam	50%	20 hours	No

Assessment group R

	Weighting	Study time	Eligible for self-certification
Resit exam	100%		No

Feedback on assessment

Individual tutorials

Past exam papers for CX315

There is currently no information about the courses for which this module is core or optional.