Latin
The Language Centre offers language courses in Latin on two successive levels, the foundation level (Introductory Courses 1, 2 and 3) and the advanced level (so-called Advanced Latinum courses) for
- HU students,
- HU stuff,
- HU Alumni1
- external students from other universities and colleges.
Study material in the Media Library (internal HU access only)
General informations
- Overview of course levels
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Credit Points (CP)/ECTS2Basic course: 3 CP
Foundation courses: 5 CP
Advanced courses: 3 CP
CP/ECTS are awarded for successful course participation, which means regular attendance and obtaining passing grades for all required assignments and tests. -
Contact hourOne contact hour = 45 min.
Basic course: 30 contact hours
Foundation courses: 60 contact hours
Advanced courses: 30 contact hours -
Semester credit hours (SWS3)Basic course: 2 SWS
Foundation courses: 4 SWS
Advanced courses: 2 SWS -
Fees
HU students:
Basic and advanced courses:
20 EUR per course (10 EUR x 2 SWS)
Foundation courses:
40 EUR per course (10 EUR x 4 SWS)
Basic price: 10 EUR per SWS
HU staff, HU Alumni and externals:
Basic and advanced courses:
30 EUR per course (15 EUR x 2 SWS)
Foundation courses:
60 EUR per course (15 EUR x 4 SWS)
Basic price: 15 EUR per SWSFor further details on fees see Regulations.
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CertificatesAt the end of each course, successful participants receive a certificate indicating the course’s length and level, participant’s grade and the number of credit points awarded.
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Size of Courses
Ca. 15-20 students per course
Latin courses
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Basic Course Classical LanguagesThe basic course is intended for students who want to gain an insight into the classical languages of Latin and ancient Greek within one semester.
Requirement: none
Basic course (Course no.: 91610) -
Introductory Courses (IC) 1, 2 and 3At the foundation level are studied the basics of Latin, including reading of original Latin texts. If students successfully pass the final written exam at the end of the Introductory Courses, they have obtained a qualification attesting proficiency at Caesar level (equivalent to the so-called Intermediate Latinum) and are eligible to attend the Advanced Latinum courses.
Requirements:
IC 1: none
IC 2: IC 1 or equivalent
IC 3: IC 2 or equivalent
Foundation courses -
Advanced Latinum CoursesThe courses at the consolidation level are dedicated to the intensive study of original literature (Cicero, Seneca, Livius among others) and prepare for the special university exam, which is aligned with the requirements of the Advanced Latinum. After successful completion of the courses, you have the opportunity to take the exam.
Requirement:
Completion of Latin IC 3 or equivalent
Advanced courses -
Before attending the courses, the participants should inform themselves about what knowledge of Latin is required in the study regulations of the respective subjects. For newcomers, please consult the course advisor before registering for the course.
1 Alumni: former HU students and staff
2 CP based on the ECTS: European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System
3 SWS (ger. Semesterwochenstunde): contact hours per week