GK2002
The Landscape of Greek Poetry (A)
2017-2018
20
10
SCQF level 8
2
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 20
ECTS credits : 10
Level : SCQF level 8
Semester: 2
Planned timetable:
This module, designed to follow on from GK2001, offers a carefully balanced combination of literary and linguistic study. Students will study a diverse range of ancient poetry in the original Greek, starting with Homer's Iliad. It then introduces students to key genres of the Greek poetic tradition, including lyric, elegy and drama. Classes will cover both detailed study of the set texts in their cultural context and linguistic/translation exercises designed to enhance students' knowledge of Greek.
Co-requisite(s): If not already passed you must take GK2001
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take GK2004
Weekly contact: 3 or 4 classes.
Scheduled learning hours: 36
Guided independent study hours: 164
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 50%, Coursework = 50% (essay, 20%; 3 class tests, 30%)
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 80%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 20%
Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%