mds1trw the roman world
THE ROMAN WORLD: MYTH AND EMPIRE
MDS1TRW
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces students to the society, literature and art of ancient Rome through its major historical and literary figures such as Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, Augustus, Nero, Virgil and Ovid. We look at relationships with other Mediterranean societies such as Carthage, Egypt and Gaul; issues like slavery and gender roles; and entertainment such as ancient comedy and the gladiatorial games. While Rome is the focus of our study, we consider what the significant remains at Pompeii and other Roman towns can tell us about this ancient civilisation. We shall also look forward to the way in which Rome is now depicted on screen and in novels and video games, such as HBO's series Rome, Robert Graves' I, Claudius and Rome: Total War, with students allowed to choose one modern text for detailed study.
SchoolSchool of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Course Reader | Prescribed | Rhiannon Evans, 2015 | Rhiannon Evans |
| Readings | The Aeneid; a new translation by David West | Prescribed | Virgil | PENGUIN, 1990 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and assimilate sources, lines of argument and evidence on aspects of Roman culture and society. Continue to develop skills in distinguishing between primary and secondary sources, using both in historical inquiry.
- Activities:
- Participation through readings and submission of weekly questions; Participation in online forum; Submission of a source analysis
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Identify the context of ancient literary and historical sources and articulate their relevance to this context in written analyses of ancient texts and examples of material culture.
- Activities:
- Participation through readings and submission of weekly questions; Source analysis
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
03. Use computing and information technology to articulate their understanding of Roman culture and society.
- Activities:
- Participation in Online forum; Participation through readings and submission of weekly questions
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
04. Write correctly referenced essays using primary and secondary sources to frame a line of argument about a Roman culture and society, including a bibliography.
- Activities:
- Participation in Online forum; Submission of a Research Essay template;Submission of a Research Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Writing(Writing)
05. Write with confidence about aspects of Roman culture and society.
- Activities:
- Participation in online forum; Submission of Critical Essay/Critical Response; Submission of Research Essay
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2015, Week 26-30, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 26 - 29
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 29 and delivered via online.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 26 - 30
Two 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay/ Critical Response (800-word equivalent) | 20 | 04 | |
| Online Forum (1,000-word equivalent) | 25 | 04, 05, 03, 01 | |
| Questions on readings over period of the subject (400-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Research Essay (1,200-word equivalent) | 30 | 03, 04 | |
| Source Analysis (600-word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |
Bendigo, 2015, Week 26-30, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 26 - 29
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 29 and delivered via online.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 26 - 30
Two 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay/ Critical Response (800-word equivalent) | 20 | 04 | |
| Online Forum (1,000-word equivalent) | 25 | 04, 05, 03, 01 | |
| Questions on readings over period of the subject (400-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Research Essay (1,200-word equivalent) | 30 | 03, 04 | |
| Source Analysis (600-word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |
Melbourne, 2015, Week 26-30, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 26 - 29
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 29 and delivered via online.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 26 - 30
Two 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay/ Critical Response (800-word equivalent) | 20 | 04 | |
| Online Forum (1,000-word equivalent) | 25 | 04, 05, 03, 01 | |
| Questions on readings over period of the subject (400-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Research Essay (1,200-word equivalent) | 30 | 03, 04 | |
| Source Analysis (600-word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |
Mildura, 2015, Week 26-30, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 26 - 29
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 29 and delivered via online.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 26 - 30
Two 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay/ Critical Response (800-word equivalent) | 20 | 04 | |
| Online Forum (1,000-word equivalent) | 25 | 04, 05, 03, 01 | |
| Questions on readings over period of the subject (400-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Research Essay (1,200-word equivalent) | 30 | 03, 04 | |
| Source Analysis (600-word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |
Shepparton, 2015, Week 26-30, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorRhiannon Evans
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 26 - 29
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 26 to week 29 and delivered via online.
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 26 - 30
Two 1.0 hours scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 26 to week 30 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay/ Critical Response (800-word equivalent) | 20 | 04 | |
| Online Forum (1,000-word equivalent) | 25 | 04, 05, 03, 01 | |
| Questions on readings over period of the subject (400-word equivalent) | 10 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Research Essay (1,200-word equivalent) | 30 | 03, 04 | |
| Source Analysis (600-word equivalent) | 15 | 01, 02, 03 |