Ancient Greek Minor

Total units 24 Units

Areas of interest Ancient Greek
Minor code AGRK-MIN

Academic career Undergraduate

The study of Ancient Greek is a rewarding one. An Ancient Greek minor assumes no prior knowledge of the language. It introduces the principles of the language (grammar, vocabulary, syntax) and develops reading skills that will enable you to engage closely with Ancient Greek texts. The courses we offer give you a unique opportunity to read in the original language the literature, history, and philosophy of the Roman world. From your engagement with the past through its language and literature you will gain a richer understanding not only of that world but also of contemporary society. Proficiency in Ancient Greek is highly recommended also for those wishing to specialize in Ancient Greek or Roman history and civilization.

Students with prior experience of Ancient Greek should consult with the convenor to establish the appropriate entry level into the minor.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

become acquainted with and extend your command of Ancient Greek grammar and vocabulary; to enable you to increase your ability to read Ancient Greek with pleasure and understanding: some texts at sight, any texts with the aid of dictionaries, grammars, translations, and textual notes;
develop skills in reading Ancient Greek, beginning with the study of simplified texts and moving to focussed examination of foundational texts of the Greek and the Greco-Roman world;
study these texts against their historical and cultural background; and
promote approaches and methodologies for critical thinking not only about the ancient sources but also the discourse of our own world.

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Requirements

Advice to Students

GREK3125 may be completed more than once in a different Topic in each instance.

Minor Requirements

This minor requires the completion of 24 units, which must include:

A maximum of 6 units may come from completion of courses from the following list:

Code	Title	Units
CLAS1001	Traditional Grammar	6
CLAS2011	Traditional Grammar (L)	6

A maximum of 6 units may come from completion of courses from the following list:

Code	Title	Units
GREK1102	Continuing Ancient Greek	6
GREK2119	Continuing Ancient Greek (L)	6

A minimum of 12 units must come from completion of courses from the following list:

Code	Title	Units
GREK2121	Intermediate Ancient Greek I	6
GREK2122	Intermediate Ancient Greek II	6
GREK3125	Advanced Ancient Greek	6
LANG3001	Translation across Languages: the translation of literary texts	6

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