Studies in Latin Literature in translation: exploring Roman culture
Key facts
- Cost: £100
- Credits: 0
Summary
Students will discover a range of Latin literature, to be read in translation and covering a wide selection of different genres including history, epic, oratory and fiction. Each week, the course will explore a different theme and will provide an introduction to Roman culture, as well as key moments in ancient history through some of the most celebrated Latin authors whose work still influences writers of today.
This course aims to:
- Enable students to use selected Latin texts as a source for understanding ancient Roman society
- Provide an overview of the cultural background of those texts and the genre to which they belong
- Encourage discussion of key themes emerging from the texts studied together in class
By the end of this course students will be able to:
- Apply analytical skills to understanding texts taken from a range of genres as primary sources
- Contextualise key texts against their specific cultural and political backdrop
- Identify and discuss themes which can be seen across difference genres, such as ideas of identity and power
- Within genres, recognise different registers (e.g. literary, colloquial) in Latin texts and understand their intended audiences
Who is this course for?
Anyone with an interest in Ancient history and culture.
Qualifications/credits
This is a non-credit class, so would not contribute to any qualifications.
Mode of study
This 5-week course will be delivered via 2-hour sessions led by a tutor.
Class materials are shared via electronic shared folder.
Prospects
Can begin your study of Ancient History or Archaeology at university level.
Find out more
The University holds open days throughout the year where you can meet with staff to discuss our short course provision. Find out more about University of Glasgow open days
Available sessions
- Date: 07/08/2025 - 04/09/2025
Day: Thursday
Time: 18:30 - 20:30
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