Study-Unit Description

Study-Unit Description


CODE DGP0496

 
TITLE Ancient Greek Mythology

 
UM LEVEL 00 - Mod Pre-Tert, Foundation, Proficiency & DegreePlus

 
MQF LEVEL Not Applicable

 
ECTS CREDITS Not Applicable

 
DEPARTMENT Degree Plus Programme

 
DESCRIPTION Learning Objectives:

- To acquire an understanding of the the lore surrounding Greek mythology;
- To recognize the impact that these Greek myths have had on multiple areas including, but not limited to, literature, pop culture, and art;
- To deepen the interest of the students in Greek mythology, and in ancient culture in general.

Introduction:

This eight-week course will introduce students to the realm of Ancient Greek Mythology. Throughout the study-unit we shall discuss a number of important Greek myths by going into detail about these Ancient tales and exploring them from a thematic standpoint.

Students will be introduced to mythology through Ancient literary sources such as that of Homer and Hesiod, amongst others, accompanied by a number of in-class activities that will allow for a more personal engagement with the myths.

 
ADDITIONAL NOTES This unit may not be offered if there is an insufficient number of applicants.

 
STUDY-UNIT TYPE Lecture

 
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
Assessment Component/s Sept. Asst Session Weighting
Attendance No 100%

 
LECTURER/S Kayleigh Frostick
Skye Vassallo
Joseph Noel Grima (Co-ord.)

 

 
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