Diploma in Arts (Ancient Languages)

Course 319-AL (2008)

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Year and Campus: 2008
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Undergraduate

Contact

Centre for Classics and Archaeology School of Historical Studies http://www.cca.unimelb.edu.au
Course Overview: The Centre for Classics and Archaeology, within the School of Historical Studies, offers a full stream of study in the ancient languages Ancient Greek and Latin, see Latin. Proficiency in both of these languages at the earliest possible stage is highly recommended for those wishing to specialise in the study of the ancient Graeco-Roman world. The ancient languages are thus a fundamental part of the major and the honours programs in Classics and in Classical Studies and Archaeology, see Classical Studies and Archaeology. Both languages are available as streamed programs of study that can be commenced from first/second year. These language streams commence at both beginners and post-VCE levels.
Objectives: Refer to http://handbook.unimelb.edu.au/view/2008/105-AA
Course Structure & Available Subjects: The Diploma in Arts (Ancient Languages) is only available to students who are currently enrolled in a non-Melbourne Model degree course at the University of Melbourne. It consists of a four-year sequence of study, and adds one year to the duration of your degree. You will complete 25 points in each of the four years that you are enrolled.
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Ancient Greek beginners stream - first year

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Ancient Greek beginners stream - second and third year

Students complete two intermediate subjects in second year, and the alternating two in third year.
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Ancient Greek beginners stream - fourth year

Students complete two of the four advanced subjects in fourth year
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Ancient Greek post-VCE stream - first and second years

Students complete two intermediate subjects in first year, and the alternating two in second year.
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Ancient Greek post-VCE stream - third and fourth years

Students complete two advanced subjects in third year, and the alternating two in fourth year.
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Latin beginners stream - first year

Students complete either Beginners Latin A and B, or Intensive Beginners Latin
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Semester 1
12.50
Semester 2
12.50

Latin beginners stream - second and third year

Students complete Intermediate Latin A and B, and one other subject in second year, and two subjects in third year.
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Not offered in 2008
12.50
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500

Latin beginners stream - fourth year

Students complete two of the following subjects.
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Latin post-VCE stream - first and second years

Students complete two subjects in first year and two subjects in second year from the list below.
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Not offered in 2008
12.50
Not offered in 2008
12.500
Not offered in 2008
12.500

Latin post-VCE stream - third and fourth years

Students complete two subjects in third year and two subjects in fourth year from the list below.
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Entry Requirements: The Diploma in Arts (Ancient Languages) is only available to students who are currently enrolled in a non-Melbourne Model degree course at the University of Melbourne. Students need to be able to fit a three-year sequence of study alongside their degree to be eligible for the Diploma in Arts.
Core Participation Requirements: The Diploma in Arts requires a standard level of ability across all disciplines. It will be assumed students are able to access and attend classes on a regular basis, are capable of learning in a University environment and will be able to take responsibility for their own learning. Any ability beyond this threshold will be robustly supported through the curriculum. There are no pre-requisites for first year subjects, and any intensive use of IT or technologies will be adequately supported. Certain subjects have more specific requirements and demands, such as fieldwork or travelling, which are clearly outlined in the Handbook's subject description. However, the University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. The Faculty Disability Contact Officer works with students, the University Disability Liaison Unit and teaching staff to assist students with their special requirements, with a particular focus on accommodations for in-class and examination assessment tasks. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability.
Further Study: Arts offers many opportunities for further study. A postgraduate diploma, leading on to a masters degree or PhD, can add vocational and/or research skills to your undergraduate arts degree and increase your employment options. Arts graduates also use postgraduate study to explore in greater depth and detail subjects they found interesting during their undergraduate study or to study a completely new field of knowledge.
Graduate Attributes: Refer to http://handbook.unimelb.edu.au/view/2008/105-AA
Generic Skills: Refer to http://handbook.unimelb.edu.au/view/2008/105-AA

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