Courses & Units
Introduction to Ancient Rome HTC104
Introduction
This unit introduces you to the world of ancient Rome through the study of ancient literary texts in translation. We learn how to analyse and interpret the perspectives of ancient writers who wrote across different literary genres and time periods in the Roman world. Mytho-historical narratives about the foundation of Rome provide a starting point for our exploration of how the Romans constructed their cultural identity through literature. Political speeches and personal poetry give us a window into the society and politics of the late Republic. Imperial biographies and plays illustrate how texts were used to critique power and authority in the Roman empire. This unit provides you with the foundational knowledge and skills required for further studies in Classics.
Summary
| Unit name | Introduction to Ancient Rome |
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| Unit code | HTC104 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | History and Classics |
| Coordinator | Doctor Charlotte Dunn |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Off-Campus | International International | Domestic Domestic |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Produce valid interpretations of the content of ancient Roman texts.
- Explain the significance of major works of ancient Roman literature.
- Demonstrate awareness of the historical and cultural contexts of ancient Roman texts.
- Express analysis of ancient Roman texts 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 091523 | $498.00 | $498.00 | not applicable | $1,828.00 |
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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) |
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| Assessment | Take home exam (40%)|Weekly Online Quizzes (10%)|Primary Text Analyses (x 2) (15%)|Major Essay (35%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Boatwright et.al. A Brief History of the Romans, Oxford University Press, 2013. ISBN 9780199987559 |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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