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University College Cork (UCC)| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | find out | find out | September | EU 3000 | EUR 3000 |
Overview
This course covers the history and culture of ancient Greece and Rome, from Rome's foundation, c. 753BC, until the eclipse of Greek and Roman culture in the East, c. AD750. This includes the study of mythology, literature (poetry, prose, drama), art, architecture, and military and political history. No knowledge of the ancient languages is required, but you will also be given the opportunity to learn some Greek or Latin if you wish to do so.
Course Details
Year 1
All students take the same introductory Greek and Roman Civilisationmodule. This is divided equally between Greek history and culture and Roman history and culture.
The Greek section includes a survey of Greek history from the Mycenaean period (c.1600BC) until the death of Alexander the Great (323BC), followed by an examination of selected key works of art, architecture (e.g. the Parthenon) and literature (e.g. Homer's Iliad).
The Roman section includes a survey of Roman history from the emergence of Etruscan civilisation (c.800BC) until the end of the first imperial dynasty with the death of Nero (AD68), followed by an examination of selected key works of art, architecture (e.g. the Colosseum) and literature (e.g. Virgil's Aeneid).
Year 2
You choose from a variety of modules according to availability and interest. The topics will include:
Year 3
You choose from a variety of modules according to availability and interest. The topics will include:
See the College Calendar for additional information on the Programme and the Book of Modules for further information on the modules.
Fact File
Course Code: CK101 or CK108
Course Title: Arts
Subject Title: Greek and Roman Civilisation
College: Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences
Qualifications: BA (Hons)
NFQ Level: Level 8
Costs: Full-time EU/EEA/Swiss State undergraduate students may be exempt from paying tuition fees. The State will pay the tuition fees for students who satisfy the Free Fees Criteria. In 2016/17 the Student Contribution Charge will be EUR 3,000 and the Capitation Fee will be EUR 165.
2017 Entry Requirements: Refer to CK101
Entry Points: CK101: 350 in 2015. CK108: 475 in 2015
Course Practicalities
All modules in Years 2 and 3 are 5-credit modules of 24 lectures each. There are no tutorials in any year.
Assessment
Written exams will take place before Christmas and in May. Not all modules will have formal examinations. Many modules use other types of assessment.
Year 1 is assessed by a class test at the end of each semester, as well as a three-hour examination at the end of the year. Assessment varies from module to module in Years 2 and 3, but usually includes a 1.5-hour examination at the end of the year.
Application Procedure
Refer to CK101and CK108. First year students choose Arts subjects when registering.
Further Contact Information
Olive O'Flaherty
(021) 490 2359
2017 Entry Requirements: Refer to CK101
Entry Points: CK101: 350 in 2015. CK108: 475 in 2015
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