Course overview

Would you like to take your Latin to AS level and develop your ability to read and enjoy Latin literature? You will use the Latin you have already learnt to translate, discuss and analyse original Latin literature, both verse and prose. Through online activities such as quizzes and assignments and group work in the online sessions, you will discover the enduring fascination and importance of some of the greatest literature ever written whilst consolidating and extending your knowledge and understanding of Latin grammar.

Course description

Come and learn Latin in a friendly, supportive and stimulating group. This course is intended for students already begun to study Latin beyond the level required for GCSE. You should be able to use the all four tenses of the subjunctive and all six infinitives to form and translate complex sentences. You will not be expected to remember all of this. Part of each session will be devoted to revising grammar and you, the students, will help to choose what we revise. As well as consolidation, you will learn new skills through a mixture of grammatical exercises, quizzes and, above all, by reading Latin. In this advanced course, you will be given extracts of Latin to prepare independently, which we will then translate and discuss in class. You will develop your skills in appreciation and analysis of the style and impact of the Latin. On completion of this course, you should have advanced skills in Latin and the capacity to enjoy Latin as an independent reader. This course will also give you skills which you can apply to your understanding of history, society and culture and boost your confidence and well-being by successfully meeting the challenges of an ancient language and learning from the insights of everyone in the group.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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