Ancient Greek 4: module 2

Continue to study Ancient Greek grammar and improve your skills at reading and translating Greek texts.

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  • Start Date: 20 Apr 2026
    End Date: 06 Jul 2026
    Mon (Daytime): 14:00 - 15:30
    Online
    Location: Online
    Duration: 10 sessions (over 12 weeks)
    Course Code: RG491
    Tutors:  Hugo Cook
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £219.00
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Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £175.00 Concession £219.00

What is the course about?

The course is designed to deepen your knowledge of Ancient Greek grammar, preparing you to read and discuss unadapted texts in future courses. Details of the resources used in this course and the starting point can be found on this page.

What will we cover?

We will study advanced forms of verbs and nouns. We will also read, translate and analyse more complex texts.

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

  • read and translate Ancient Greek texts with fluency and confidence
  • analyse the use of rhetorical devices
  • develop strategies for approaching unadapted Greek texts independently

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is suitable for those who have studied Ancient Greek for approximately 4 years or have an equivalent knowledge (A Level or first year of a university course). As this course is taught in English, please read the outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support with your English skills to help you take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course consists of grammar instructions, grammar exercises and translation with a high level of student interaction (individual, pair and group work). Students are expected to do the homework regularly, check the material uploaded on Google Classroom and participate in oral classroom activities. Homework will require approx. 2-3 hours per week.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Details of the resources used in this course and the starting point can be found on this page.

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Ancient Greek 4: module 3.

Hugo Cook

Hugo Cook studied Egyptology at Oxford and Cambridge universities. He can read six ancient languages and has worked as an Egyptologist in galleries, TV documentaries, educational institutions, and publications. Recently he has been working on a major new museum in Egypt and is writing a new book on Egyptology for Macmillan Publishers. He develops online Egyptological content for over 90,000 followers. Nothing gives him more joy than discussing antiquity with interested students.

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