Unit information: Latin Language Level A1 in 2021/22

Unit name	Latin Language Level A1
Unit code	CLAS30008
Credit points	20
Level of study	H/6
Teaching block(s)	Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12)
Unit director	Dr. Costantini
Open unit status	Not open
Pre-requisites	None
Co-requisites	None
School/department	Department of Classics & Ancient History
Faculty	Faculty of Arts

Description including Unit Aims

This unit is designed for those who have little or no previous knowledge of Latin. You will learn all the fundamental morphology and syntax of classical Latin. It will provide a foundation upon which students can further develop their skills and knowledge of Latin.

Aims:

• To begin introducing students to the grammatical and syntactical structures associated with Latin
• To begin introducing students to Latin vocabulary, syntax, and morphology
• To begin developing students’ ability to read and translate Latin texts

Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Latin vocabulary at the standard of level A1
2. Identify and discuss Latin morphology and syntax as appropriate to level A1
3. Translate straightforward Latin into good English appropriate to level A1

Teaching Information

This unit will involve a combination of independent activities, long- and short-form lectures, and discussion. Students will be expected to engage with materials and participate on a weekly basis. Feedback will be provided for both formative and summative assessments, and this will be supported by meetings with tutors.

Assessment Information

1. Class test (formative). 2. Exam (summative) (100%). [ILOs 1-3]

Resources

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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks, independent learning and assessment activity.

See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.

Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit. The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.