BA Classical Civilisation

Year 3

(Award available for year: Bachelor of Arts)

Learning outcomes

On completion of Level 3, you will be able to:

1. demonstrate and apply coherent and detailed subject knowledge and competencies some of which will be informed by current research/scholarship in the discipline.

2. undertake independent study into a chosen topic or topics in Classics.

3. analyse in depth particular aspects of classical antiquity: the aspect(s) involved will depend on choice of options and may be literary, historical and/or philosophical.

4. describe and comment on particular aspects of current research and/or scholarship.

Skills Learning Outcomes

On completion of Level 3, you will be able to:

1. demonstrate a conceptual understanding which enables you to construct, develop and sustain an argument, identifying and accurately deploying standard techniques of analysis and enquiry within the discipline.

2. independently locate and make appropriate use of scholarly literature and primary sources.

3. initiate, plan and carry out an extended piece of work or project.

4. conform to disciplinary boundaries and norms where applicable, and recognise the uncertainty, ambiguity and limitations of knowledge in the discipline.

Competence Standards
1. Demonstrate understanding of key facts and ideas about the study of Classical Civilisation.
2. Identify, explain, and evaluate debates, concepts, and principles which are features of the study of the Classical Civilisation.
3. Design and demonstrate an independent and self-guided research project with the appropriate support when required.
If the chosen pathway includes an industrial placement –
4. Demonstrate ability to direct, monitor and evaluate their work, by seeking/accepting feedback, within a workplace context, using appropriate support as necessary.
5. Demonstrate an awareness of own strengths and development needs and the need for ongoing learning and proactive continuing professional development.
If the chosen pathway includes an international placement -
6. Collaborate effectively with other people in a new environment and successfully completes a period of work or study in another country.
7. Demonstrate self-awareness relating to personal and academic/professional development through successfully completing a period of work or study in another country.

Assessment

Achievement will be assessed by a variety of methods in accordance with the learning outcomes of the modules specified for the year/programme. These may include an extended research project, essays, presentations, source analysis exercises, commentaries, creative writing exercises, computer exercises, virtual exhibitions and exams.

Errors, omissions, failed links etc should be notified to the Catalogue Team