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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 (81–96 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 2021

Unit name Introduction to Ancient Rome
Unit code HTC104
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Humanities
Discipline History and Classics
Coordinator

Dr Jayne Knight
Level Introductory
Available as student elective? Yes
Breadth Unit? No

Availability

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Learning Outcomes

  1. Produce valid interpretations of the content of a range of historical, literary, and cultural material for the study of Ancient Rome.
  2. Explain the significance of major developments in ancient roman civilisation.
  3. Demonstrate awareness of the historical and cultural contexts of sources of evidence for the study of Ancient Rome.
  4. Express basic analysis of ancient roman history, literature, and culture clearly and effectively in writing.

Fees

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus:
Weekly Introductory Lecture (recorded, approx. 30 minutes).
Weekly 2 hour mixed format seminar (typically comprising two 30-minute lectures and two periods of discussion).

Off Campus:
Weekly Introductory Lecture (recorded, approx. 30 minutes).
2 x 30 minute lecture recordings weekly.
4 x 2 hour Web Conference (discussion-based).

Assessment

Task 1: Take-home exam, 2 hours (40%)

Task 2: 3 x Primary text analyses, 250 words (15%)

Task 3: Weekly online quizzes, 50-100 words (10%)

Task 4: Major essay, 1500 words (35%)

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Textbooks

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