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Intensive Akkadian 2 (ANCW10009)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5Not available in 2024
Overview
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This subject builds on students’ knowledge of the Akkadian language and develops text reading skills. The subject covers the transliteration and translation of Akkadian documents from the cuneiform script. Significant time is spent on understanding the documents’ historical and cultural subject matter, as well as reinforcing the grammar of the Akkadian language. The aim is for students to be able to read more difficult Akkadian compositions and comment on grammatical, historical and cultural aspects of the texts.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this subject should:
- Read and comprehend basic Akkadian texts
- Translate basic Akkadian passages and sentences into English
- Identify and explain basic Akkadian grammar, vocabulary and syntax
- Comprehend basic Akkadian stylistic techniques
- Identify and articulate the relationship between basic Akkadian texts and their original socio-cultural context.
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject should:
- Be skilled in critical thinking and analysis
- Possess effective written and communication skills
- Develop their linguistic knowledge
- Have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ANCW10008 | Intensive Akkadian 1 | Not available in 2024 |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Five short assessment exercises (two in-class and three take-home). Each of these will be 400 words and focus on some specific aspect of grammar and syntax, from basic to more complex
| Throughout the Winter term | 50% |
One Take-Home Examination
| 1 Weeks after the end of teaching | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Hurdle requirement: 2. Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2024
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
J. Black, A. R. George and J.N. Postgate. 2000. A Concise Dictionary of Akkadian. Harrassowitz Verlag
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Ancient, Medieval and Early Modern Studies Major Specialisation (formal) Classical Studies and Archaeology Specialisation (formal) Classical Studies and Archaeology Major Ancient World Studies Breadth Track Ancient Egypt and the Near East - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Science
- Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 11 April 2024