Course overview
This course is designed to give students an in depth and detailed knowledge and understanding of specific fields associated with the research interests of a member of the Classics staff or a Classics research fellow. It offers students a chance to take part in small group discovery with specialist teacher on specific, focused topics and to be exposed to the current research and methodologies of experts in the field. Students undertake two studies with two different teachers during the semester. The specific content of the special study courses will vary each year according to the availability of specialised staff and the needs and interests of the students.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a specific and detailed knowledge of a research area of a member of staff
- Show proficiency in applying the methodologies appropriate to that area
- Display a degree of intellectual independence by having formulated and addressed a question within that area
- Show a proficiency in the appropriate digital technology for studies in Classics, Archaeology or Ancient History