Arts - Latin BA

Program Overview

The Latin degree at UCC provides a comprehensive study of the Latin language, covering grammar, reading, and authors. With small class sizes, the program offers individualized attention and support. Graduates gain enhanced reading and writing skills, a foundation for postgraduate studies, and career opportunities in fields such as history and archaeology.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year 1:
• All students take the same introductory module, "Beginners' Latin" (LT1001).
• This module covers basic grammar and reading.
• Year 2:
• Six modules are available.
• One module focuses on completing the grammar book from Year 1.
• The other five modules focus on reading authors like Julius Caesar, Sallust, and Cicero.
• Year 3:
• Five modules are available.
• Modules focus on works by Catullus, Julius Caesar, Sallust, and Cicero.
• Students can also take an advanced Latin Language module.
• Academic Programme Catalogue:
• The Academic Programme Catalogue provides the complete and up-to-date content for the course.
• Modules are subject to change from year to year.
• The Book of Modules provides complete descriptions of individual modules.

Assessment:

• Written Exams:
• Exams take place before Christmas and in May.
• Not all modules have formal examinations.
• Other Assessment Methods:
• Many modules use other types of assessment, including in-class tests, essays, etc.

Teaching:

• Year 1:
• Vicky Janssens teaches "Beginners' Latin" and one module in Year 2.
• Years 2 and 3:
• Dr. David Woods and Dr. Catherine Ware primarily teach the modules.
• Class Size:
• The course is intensive due to small class sizes, especially in Years 2 and 3 (2-8 students).
• Regular attendance is expected and necessary for satisfactory performance.

Careers:

• Skills and Careers Information:
• Studying classical Latin enhances reading and writing skills in English.
• It provides a foundation for postgraduate studies in history, culture, and related fields.
• It complements studies in Archaeology, Celtic Civilisation, History, History of Art, and Religions and Global Diversity.

Other:

• UCC Students and Latin:
• UCC students frequently win the Dr. Henry Hutchinson Stewart Scholarship and Prizes in Latin from the NUI.
• Importance of Latin:
• A knowledge of Latin is essential for studying the ancient, medieval, and early modern history and culture of Western Europe.
• Flexibility:
• The degree offers flexibility in subject choices.
• Individual Attention:
• Small class sizes allow for individual attention and support.