GRE4309 – Neo-Ancient Greek Texts
Course content
The Ancient Greek language was rediscovered in Western Europe in the 15th century. Over the centuries that followed, authors from all over Europe wrote literary texts in Ancient Greek, ranging from epic poems in the style of Homer to technical treatises and religious sermons. This literature spans from the 15th century to the present day. We explore texts from this period and places them in their literary, historical, and cultural contexts. We will read approximately 100 pages of Greek text, depending on their level of difficulty. Additionally, we will examine and discuss secondary literature relevant to the texts under study.
Learning outcome
After completing this course, you will be able to:
independently read and translate the selected Greek texts into Norwegian and/or English and interpret them.
discuss the main linguistic and stylistic features of Neo-Ancient Greek literature.
explain the development of Neo-Ancient Greek literature and its engagement with earlier literary traditions.
discuss how ancient genres, concepts, and motifs have been used to address modern themes (e.g., modern warfare, technology, and political ideas).
analyse current scholarship in a critical and informed manner.
engage in discussions on key debates within the research field.
Admission to the course
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester?register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for?in Studentweb.
To be admitted to this course, you must be enrolled in Classical Studies (master). Students enrolled in other Master's Degree Programmes can, on application, be admitted to the course if this is cleared by their own study programme.
If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.
Formal prerequisite knowledge
Specialization (80 ECTS credits) in Ancient Greek at the Bachelor's level.
Teaching
14 two-hour seminars during the semester.
We expect you to prepare for the seminars.
NB: If no more than two students sign up for the course, the teaching may be given as guided reading.?
In order for you to be allowed to sit for the final examination,?the following compulsory tuition activity must be approved by the teacher:
Submission of a draft of the seminar paper
Approval of the draft is valid only for the current semester.
Examination
Seminar paper of a total of 10-15 pages, 2300 characters each (without spaces; title page and reference list not included).
You submit your assignment in the digital examination system Inspera. You must familiarize yourself with Inspera before the submission deadline.?Read about how to submit your assignment in Inspera.
Examination support material
You are required to familiarize yourself with the rules for sources and citations. It may be considered cheating or attempted cheating to use other people's material without informing about it.
Language of examination
You may submit your response in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or English. If you would prefer to have the exam text in English, you may apply to the course administrators.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail.?Read more about the grading system.
More about examinations at UiO
- Use of sources and citations
- Special exam arrangements due to individual needs
- Withdrawal from an exam
- Illness at exams / postponed exams
- Explanation of grades and appeals
- Resitting an exam
- Cheating/attempted cheating
You will find further guides and resources at the web page on examinations at UiO.