Latin Mode B Joint Major (LTJ2)

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This programme is aimed at students who want to learn Latin either as beginners or at a more advanced level. Students have the opportunity to read the works of such authors as Virgil, Livy, and Ovid in the original language. Latin language and literature are not only fascinating in themselves, but are also basic to an understanding of later European culture. The programme stresses the relationship between language study and understanding ancient Roman civilization as a whole, so that even the beginners’ course comprises not only language exercises but also reading adapted Latin texts which deal with interesting moral and historical issues. Students have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of ancient Rome by taking selected modules from the Greek and Roman Civilization programme as options. The study of a language which is no longer spoken is especially valuable in developing skills of logical analysis and reasoning. Latin is taught in small classes, requiring intensive student participation at every stage. Assessment is by in-class tests, essays, and examinations.


1 - read unadapted Latin prose and verse texts
2 - give analytical and well-informed answers to advanced questions about Latin grammar and syntax
3 - translate Latin prose and verse texts into idiomatic English with confidence and accuracy
4 - analyse and interpret important examples of literary and historical Latin texts
5 - demonstrate a critical understanding of diverse academic viewpoints on the interpretation and evaluation of Latin texts
6 - analyse the values and achievements of ancient Rome, and articulate their relevance to later historical periods and cultures
7 - work independently, manage their own workload, take responsibility for submitting assignments on time, and understand the importance of good timekeeping
8 - deliver oral presentations clearly and confidently, and engage constructively in group discussions
Stage 2

Students must register to three Stage 2 core modules and select one of the listed Stage 2 option modules.

Stage 3

Students must register to 15 credits of Stage 3 LAT modules and can select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules, including further options in LAT if desired.

Stage 4

Students must register to 15 credits of Stage 3 LAT modules and can select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules, including further options in LAT if desired.

Module ID Module Title Trimester Credits
Stage 2 Core Modules
     
LAT20140 Intermediate Latin Autumn 10
LAT20130 Catullus Spring 5
LAT20180 Cicero's Political Oratory Spring 5
Stage 2 Core Modules
     
Stage 2 Options - A)MIN1OF:
Students should select at least one option module.
     
GRC20030 Early Roman Empire Autumn 5
GRC20100 Ovid's Metamorphoses and the Transformation of Myth Autumn 5
GRC10130 Ancient Rome: An Introduction Spring 5
Stage 2 Options - A)MIN1OF:
Students should select at least one option module.
     
Stage 3 Options - *B1)3OF:
Select 15 credits from
     
LAT30020 Ovid and Lucan: Successors to Virgil Autumn 5
LAT30200 Tacitus Histories Autumn 5
LAT30120 Virgil's Aeneid Spring 5
Stage 3 Options - *B1)3OF:
Select 15 credits from
     
Stage 3 Options - B)2OF:
Select 10 further credits
     
GRC20100 Ovid's Metamorphoses and the Transformation of Myth Autumn 5
GRC30290 Magic in the Ancient World Autumn 5
LAT20180 Cicero's Political Oratory Spring 5
Stage 3 Options - B)2OF:
Select 10 further credits
     
Stage 4 Options - *B1)3OF:
Select 15 credits from
     
LAT30020 Ovid and Lucan: Successors to Virgil Autumn 5
LAT30200 Tacitus Histories Autumn 5
LAT30120 Virgil's Aeneid Spring 5
Stage 4 Options - *B1)3OF:
Select 15 credits from
     
Stage 4 Options - B)10CR:
Select 10 further credits
     
GRC20100 Ovid's Metamorphoses and the Transformation of Myth Autumn 5
GRC30290 Magic in the Ancient World Autumn 5
GRC40190 The Epic Tradition Spring 10
Stage 4 Options - B)10CR:
Select 10 further credits
     
See the UCD Assessment website for further details

Module Weighting Info  
  Award GPA
Programme Module Weightings Rule Description Description >= <=
BHACS023 Stage 3 - 70.00%
Stage 2 - 30.00%
Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20

Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67

Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07

Pass

2.00

2.47

BHACS027 Stage 4 - 50.00%
Stage 3 - 30.00%
Stage 2 - 20.00%
Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20

Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67

Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07

Pass

2.00

2.47


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