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Short Course in Basic Latin Grammar and Syntax

Qualification code: 77001
Duration: One year
Language medium: English

Target group:

Students interested in learning basic Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary with a view to reading Latin texts for legal, theological or general literary and language purposes.

Admission requirements:

Grade 12 qualification

Course leader details:

Ms Alison Naidoo (Biblical and Ancient Studies)
Classics
Tel: 012 429 4444
Email: Naidoa@unisa.ac.za

Programme administrator:

Mrs E Mema-Dyasi
Administrative
Tel: 012 429 6811
Campus: Muckleneuk, Pretoria (Main Campus)
Building: WMM
Office: 8-122
Email: memae@unisa.ac.za
Application Link: www.unisa.ac.za/applyslp

Purpose statement:

To teach students a basic knowledge of Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary, which will enable them to read and translate easy Latin sentences and passages. It will furthermore improve studentsﾒ literacy, English vocabulary building and communication skills through a study of the Latin roots in English. The module will also introduce students to the rich mythology and culture of the ancient Romans.

Modules:

SCBLS01 - Basic Latin Grammar and Syntax

Syllabus/Content: General language principles: parts of speech and syntax (simple, compound and complex sentences); The origin and development of the Latin language, and an introduction to Latin as inflected/synthetic language; Basic morphology of Latin parts of speech Basic use of Latin parts of speech The moods of Latin verbs Translation of Latin sentences and passages; Etymology: English vocabulary-building with Latin roots, prefixes and suffixes; Basic aspects of ancient Roman history and culture.