Latin 5
Time: 12:10 - 13:40
Location: Online
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
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- Course Code: RL174
- Dates: 07/05/25 - 09/07/25
- Time: 12:10 - 13:40
- Taught: Wed, Daytime
- Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
- Location: Online
- Tutor: Mary Ruskin
Course Code: RL174
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Duration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
What is the course about?
The course is designed to deepen and extend your knowledge and appreciation of Latin authors in the original language.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone can be used if you don't have a computer but please note the experience may be less optimal.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
We shall start the term reading selections from Horace’s Odes. We shall move on to selections from Petronius’ Satyricon.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- demonstrate a solid knowledge of complex grammar
- read and translate Latin texts with fluency and confidence
- appreciate the themes, language and style of the texts read.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is suitable for those who have studied Latin for approximately 5/6 years or have an equivalent knowledge. 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 translation and discussion of literary technique and style. Students are expected to do the homework regularly, check the resources 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?
Any edition of the Odes is fine, including the free download from Perseus. Bristol Classical Press offers an edition by Kenneth Quinn, with good notes.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
The next module of Latin 5.