LAT4108 – Vulgar Latin
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
We read vulgar latin texts approximately xx. pages. We also study research texts about the development of vulgar latin.
Learning outcome
After examination you should be able to:
- read vulgar latin texts
- discuss how the language in the vulgar latin texts are different from classical latin
- give an overview of the development of vulgar latin
Admission
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.
Students enrolled in other Master's Degree Programmes can, on application, be admitted to the course if this is cleared by their own study programme.
If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
A minimum of 60 ECTS in Latin texts and language is required
Recommended previous knowledge
LAT2105 – Latin Grammar II or equivalent.
Teaching
14 double sessions of seminars. We expect you to prepare for the seminars and participate actively.
In order for you to be allowed to submit the final essay, the following compulsory tuition activity must be approved by the teacher:
- draft of the semester essay. You submit your essay in Fronter.
Approval of the draft is valid only for the current semester.
Examination
Semester essay of 8-10 pages (excl. bibliography). You submit your essay to examination in Fronter.
In order for you to be allowed to submit the final essay, the compulsory tuition activity must be approved by the teacher.
Use of sources and citation
You should familiarize yourself with the rules that apply to the use of sources and citations. If you violate the rules, you may be suspected of cheating/attempted cheating.
Language of examination
You may submit your response in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or English. If you would prefer to have the exam text in English, you may apply to the course administrators.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Withdrawal from an examination
It is possible to take the exam up to 3 times. If you withdraw from the exam after the deadline or during the exam, this will be counted as an examination attempt.
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.