AHIS3663
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This cultural history course introduces students to the rich and varied traditions of folklore and fairy tales in ancient Greece and Rome.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify the traditions and genres of folk and fairy tale in ancient Greece and Rome;
2. Develop an in-depth understanding of the earliest forms of transmission of folk and fairy tales - both local and migratory;
3. Compare various definitions of terms such as 'folklore and fairy tale' with related terms such as 'myth' and 'legend';
4. Analyse the knowledge gained of ancient cultures, including belief systems and ritual practices, based on studying folk and fairy tales;
5. Apply research skills at advanced undergraduate level.
Content
This course covers the earliest transmission of materials pertaining to folklore and fairy tales in order to gain knowledge of ancient Greek and Roman cultural beliefs and practices. Written or literary, epigraphical and archaeological evidence is discussed and analysed to provide information on facets of popular culture in antiquity, ranging from folk customs and rituals, folk wit and wisdom, fables and anecdotes, medicine, magic, jokes and riddles. The typical figures of folklore, including nymphs, bogeymen and other fantastical beings, are also discussed in relation to beliefs and practices.
Assumed knowledge
AHIS1000 or other Ancient History or History courses at 1000 level
Assessment items
Written Assignment: 3 seminar papers
Compulsory Requirement: Submit assessment item - Must submit this assessment to pass the course.
Project: Project
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Essay: Major Essay
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Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per fortnight for 6 fortnight(s) starting in week 2
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.