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Introduction to Ancient Rome HTC104

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Introduction

This unit provides a chronological and thematic overview of the history, literature, and culture of ancient Rome, from its foundation in 753 BCE to the reign of the emperor Domitian (8196 CE). Examples of seminar topics include the Roman monarchy, family life, poetry and politics (Catullus and Cicero), the Roman army, the life and death of Julius Caesar, and Augustan literature (Virgil and Ovid). This unit provides the foundational knowledge and skills required for further studies in Ancient Civilisations.

Summary

Unit name Ancient Civilisations 1B: Introduction to Ancient Rome
Unit code HTC104
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Humanities
Discipline History and Classics
Coordinator Doctor Jayne Knight
Available as an elective?
Delivered By Delivered wholly by the provider
Level Introductory

Availability

This unit is currently unavailable.

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 12/7/2021 10/8/2021 30/8/2021 17/10/2021

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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • produce valid interpretations of the content of a range of historical, literary, and cultural material for the study of ancient rome.
  • explain the significance of major developments in ancient roman civilisation.
  • demonstrate awareness of the historical and cultural contexts of sources of evidence for the study of ancient rome.
  • express basic analysis of ancient roman history, literature, and culture clearly and effectively in writing.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
090305 $1,812.00 $850.00 not applicable $1,812.50
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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Teaching

AssessmentExamination - take home (40%)|Assignment (15%)|Abstract (10%)|Abstract (35%)
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Textbooks

Required

Boatwright et.al. A Brief History of the Romans, Oxford University Press, 2013. ISBN 9780199987559

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