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Latin

The Latin courses are aimed at students whose examination regulations require one of the above-mentioned qualifications in Latin; at the same time, the courses are open to all students at the TU. Latin can be learned in general language and in various language skills at levels A1 to B2. The focus is on teaching methods for decoding and recoding simple, partly adapted texts as well as original texts, and on teaching skills for placing the texts in their respective historical and cultural contexts.

    • A1 - A2 Basic language use

      Alte Sprachen - Anfänger bis A2

      Extended basic knowledge

      Course description

      Learning objectives
      Students will possess a solid knowledge of selected areas of basic grammar and can actively apply and reflect on this knowledge when analyzing texts. They will be proficient in the methods of decoding and recoding adapted original texts and simple original texts (prose) with appropriate aids, at a speed of at least one word per minute. Students are able to place these texts in their historical and cultural context and possess selected knowledge of individual eras, genres, and authors in literary history.

      Contents
      Contents of the language learning course in a foreign language of the student’s choice include: development of a basic vocabulary of approximately 400 words; teaching and practicing selected areas of basic grammar; teaching and practicing basic skills in decoding and recoding adapted original texts and simple original texts (with commentary); providing basic knowledge of ancient cultural and reception history.
      The languages Classical Greek / Latin can be selected.

      Teaching and learning methods
      4 SWS language course plus self-study. Courses must be selected from the catalog of beginner to A2 courses offered by the TU Dresden language program; this catalog will be announced at the beginning of the semester in the usual manner.

      Requirements for participation
      No previous knowledge is required.

      Usability
      General language requirement level A2 taking into account the respective study regulations (“Studienordnung”) and is a prerequisite for B1.

      Requirements for awarding credit points
      Language test(s) of 90 minutes.
      The credit points are earned when the test(s) are passed.

    • B1.1 - B2.2 Independent language use

      Alte Sprachen B1

      Good intermediate knowledge

      Course description

      Learning objectives
      Students will have a solid knowledge of basic grammar and can actively apply and reflect on this knowledge when analyzing texts. They will be proficient in the methods of decoding and recoding original texts of medium difficulty at a speed of at least one word per minute, using systematic grammar and a dictionary as aids. Students are able to place these texts in their historical and cultural context and possess selected knowledge of individual eras, genres, and authors in literary history.

      Contents
      Contents of the language learning course in either Latin or Classical Greek include: development of a basic vocabulary of approximately 800 words; teaching and practicing basic grammar; further development of basic skills in decoding and recoding original texts (prose, easy to medium difficulty with explanatory notes); imparting knowledge on selected topics of ancient cultural and reception history. The languages Latin and Classical Greek are available.

      Teaching and learning methods
      4 SWS language courses and self-study. The courses must be selected from the B1 language course catalogue offered by TU Dresden Language Center, as specified; this catalogue will be announced at the beginning of each semester in the usual manner.

      Requirements for participation
      Knowledge of the chosen language at level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required, as can be acquired in the Ancient Languages beginner to A2 language learning course.

      Usability
      Language requirement: Level B1, taking into account the respective study regulations (“Studienordnung”); prerequisite for B2.

      Requirements for the award of credit points
      Language test(s) of 90 minutes. The credit points are acquired when the test(s) are passed.

      Credit points and grades
      Graded language certificate upon passing the language test(s). If credited as a language learning course, 5 credit points are earned, unless the academic regulations (“Studienordnung”) stipulate otherwise. The module grade corresponds to the grade for the test(s).

      Frequency of language learning course
      The language learning course is offered every semester.

      Workload
      The total workload is 150 hours, of which 60 hours are for classroom instruction and 90 hours are for self-study, including exam preparation and completion of the test(s).

    • Alte Sprachen B2

      Advanced knowledge

      Course description

      Learning objectives
      Students will possess a solid knowledge of grammar and can actively apply and reflect on this knowledge when analyzing texts. They will become proficient in the methods of decoding and recoding original texts of medium to advanced difficulty at a speed of at least two words per minute, using systematic grammar and a dictionary as aids. Students are able to place these texts in their historical and cultural context and possess knowledge of individual eras, genres, and authors in literary history.

      Contents
      Contents of the language learning course in either Latin or Classical Greek include: development of a basic vocabulary of approximately 1200 words; application of grammar; decoding and recoding of original texts (prose, medium to high difficulty, if necessary with explanatory notes); imparting knowledge on selected topics of cultural and reception history.
      The languages Latin and Classical Greek are available.

      Teaching and learning methods
      4 SWS language courses and self-study. The courses must be selected from the B2 language course catalogue offered by TU Dresden Language Center, as specified; this catalogue will be announced at the beginning of each semester in the usual manner.

      Requirements for participation
      Knowledge of the chosen language at level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is required, as can be acquired in the Ancient Languages B1 language learning course.

      Usability
      Language requirement level B2 taking into account the respective study regulations (“Studienordnung”).

      Requirements for the award of credit points
      Language test(s) of 90 minutes. The credit points are acquired when the test(s) are passed.

      Credit points and grades
      Graded language certificate upon passing the language test(s). If credited as a language learning course, 5 credit points are earned, unless the academic regulations (“Studienordnung”) stipulate otherwise. The module grade corresponds to the grade for the test(s).

      Frequency of language learning course
      The language learning course is offered every semester.

      Workload
      The total workload is 150 hours, of which 60 hours are for classroom instruction and 90 hours are for self-study, including exam preparation and completion of the test(s).