Key information
- Faculty
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Teaching department
- Hebrew and Jewish Studies
- Credit value
- 30
- Restrictions
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N/A
- Timetable
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Alternative credit options
This module is offered in several versions which have different credit weightings (e.g. either 15 or 30 credits). Please see the links below for the alternative versions. To choose the right one for your programme of study, check your programme handbook or with your department.
- Introductory Akkadian A (HEBR0119)
The course will introduce Akkadian language to students of ancient languages, ancient history, and archaeology, who would like to become more familiar with Mesopotamian culture and literature. Students will learn to read Akkadian in cuneiform script, to acquire a grasp of the grammatical structures and ability to read a selection historical and literary texts.
The course will follow a standard grammar of Akkadian which includes a variety of sample texts from different periods and text genres. Students will have the opportunity to visit cuneiform tablet collections in the British Museum.
Students will acquire a working knowledge of cuneiform script and acquire the tools for using the language in relation to other ancient languages and to its historical context. The course will provide an introduction to the language which will allow students to comprehend scholarly literature on Akkadian and to assess cuneiform writings more effectively than can be done through translation.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Intended teaching term:
Terms 1 and 2 听听听
Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)
Teaching and assessment
- Mode of study
- In person
- Methods of assessment
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50%
Exam
50%
Coursework
- Mark scheme
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Numeric Marks
Other information
- Number of students on module in previous year
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2
- Module leader
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Dr Alinda Damsma
- Who to contact for more information
- jewish.studies@ucl.ac.uk
Intended teaching term:
Terms 1 and 2 听听听
Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 5)
Teaching and assessment
- Mode of study
- In person
- Methods of assessment
-
50%
Exam
50%
Coursework
- Mark scheme
-
Numeric Marks
Other information
- Number of students on module in previous year
-
4
- Module leader
-
Dr Alinda Damsma
- Who to contact for more information
- jewish.studies@ucl.ac.uk
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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