MS5024
Mediaeval Language
2017-2018
20
10
SCQF level 11
Both
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 20
ECTS credits : 10
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: Both
Planned timetable:
An optional module providing an introduction to one mediaeval language. Grounding in the grammar of and translation from the language will be acquired with the help of grammar exercises and translation practice on original texts. The aim is to get all students to an acceptable level of proficiency in reading and translation. Sufficient prior knowledge of the language to embark on the module at an apropriate level may be requested. Time and students' linguistic expertise permitting, some literary contextualisation of the texts studied and translated may also be included. The languages normally available include Classical Arabic, Classical Armenian, Old English, Mediaeval French, Middle High German, Old Irish, Old Norse, Classical Persian, Middle Scots and Turkish.
Weekly contact: 2-hour seminar.
As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%
Re-assessment: New coursework: 3000-word annotated translation=100%