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LT4207 Roman Comedy

Academic year(s): 2016-2017

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: TBC

The aims of this module are to put the development of Roman comedy in its Hellenistic context, to explore the different approaches of Plautus and Terence in language, metre, style, and technique, and to investigate the issues involved in continuing scholarly debate. Three plays will be read closely with modern commentaries and their introductions. The influence of Menander will also be examined, using English translations of his work. his work.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 22

Guided independent study hours: 278

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 40%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 60%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC