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GRKA1600: Introduction to Ancient Greek 1

2024 unit information

This unit provides the essential linguistic foundation to the study of Greek literature, philosophy, culture, and history. No previous knowledge of any foreign language is assumed and all grammatical concepts encountered will be explained. The unit introduces the basics of Greek through the study of grammar, and is valuable for students interested in all aspects of European history, archaeology, language, literature and philosophy.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Classics and Ancient History

Code GRKA1600
Academic unit Classics and Ancient History
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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GRKA2620 or HSC Classical Greek or IB Classical Greek
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. increase your body of knowledge in the following area: knowledge of the ancient Greek language, its basic structure, vocabulary, and modes of expression
  • LO2. recognise and be able to generate Greek word forms
  • LO3. understand the basics of Greek grammar
  • LO4. read and write simple Greek sentences
  • LO5. acquire many generic or transferable skills which are valuable or necessary for further study and for the workplace
  • LO6. develop problem-solving skills in reading and interpretation of a complex language
  • LO7. demonstrate analytical skills in investigating the ways texts use language to construct meaning and assert imaginative power
  • LO8. develop skills in time-management, in prioritising and in working to definite goals and dead-lines.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Remote
Outline unavailable
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Remote
Semester 1 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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