Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

This unit provides CLA Honours students with the opportunity to learn introductory Ancient. The unit is based on the CLA undergraduate Introductory Ancient Greek units, CLA1111/CLA2111/CLA3111, and aims to develop the student's language capability to the point that s/he is able to read unadapted texts with significant help in grammar and vocabulary. It is designed to give students a sufficiently comprehensive introduction to Attic Greek that they can continue further study to Intermediate and Advanced levels at post-graduate level.

Objectives

By the completion of this unit, it is expected that students:

• will have a basic understanding of Ancient Greek grammar and syntax;
• will have a developing store of Attic Greek vocabulary;
• will be able to read simplified/adapted texts from Attic authors, with help in grammar and vocabulary;
• will have a growing understanding of elementary grammar, vocabulary and syntax sufficient to enable them to continue studies of in Introductory Ancient Greek B.

Assessment

2 x 1 hour Exams: 60%
Class tests:30%
Participation: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Giulia Torello

Contact hours

One 1-hour lecture and two 1.5-hour tutorials per week

Prerequisites

Eligibility to undertake CLA Honours

Co-requisites

CLA4121

Prohibitions

CLA1111/2111/3111