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Short Course in Advanced Latin Grammar and Syntax

Qualification code: 77002
Duration: One year
Language medium: English

Target group:

Students interested in learning basic Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary with a view to reading Latin texts for legal, theological or general literary and language purposes.

Admission requirements:

Students who successfully completed the first Latin Short Course SCBLS01, or any equivalent Latin course at another University.

Course leader details:

Ms Alison Naidoo (Biblical and Ancient Studies)
Classics
Tel: 012 429 4444
Email: Naidoa@unisa.ac.za

Programme administrator:

Mrs E Mema-Dyasi
Administrative
Tel: 012 429 6811
Campus: Muckleneuk, Pretoria (Main Campus)
Building: WMM
Office: 8-122
Email: memae@unisa.ac.za
Application Link: www.unisa.ac.za/applyslp

Modules:

SCALS01 - Advanced Latin Grammar and Syntax

Syllabus/Content: The following scope and context apply to the whole module: Students should use appropriate reading skills to access information in the study material. Students should display a working knowledge of English language (grammar and syntax). Students should display a working knowledge of Latin language (vocabulary, morphology, grammar and syntax) in analyzing and translating Latin sentences and passages. Students should be able to engage in critical reading of cultural-historical aspects as expressed through texts.