LATIN
Winter Term 2024/25
Part 1 (Content)
Latin form theory and syntax, basic vocabulary, translation of the textbook's exercise lessons, basic Greek and Roman intellectual and cultural history (history, philosophy, mythology), etymology.
- 935.112 Latin Language Course for Beginners 1 (Supplementary Examination Latin) | 6 hrs | Leitner
- 935.113 Latin Language Course for Beginners 1 (Supplementary Examination Latin) | 6 hrs | Pepper
- 935.114 Latin Language Course for Beginners 1 (Supplementary Examination Latin) | 6 hrs | Dehm
Summer Term 2025
Part 2 (Content)
Building on the VU "Latin Language Course for Beginners 1". Basic features of Greek-Roman intellectual and cultural history (history, philosophy, mythology), etymology, translation and interpretation of easy to moderately difficult original texts (by Hygin, Caesar, Erasmus of Rotterdam, Seneca, Pliny minor and others).
- 935.305 Latin Language Course for Beginners 2 (Supplementary Examination Latin) | 6 hrs | Leitner
- 935.306 Latin Language Course for Beginners 2 (Supplementary Examination Latin) | 6 hrs | Pepper
- 935.307 Latin Language Course for Beginners 2 (Supplementary Examination Latin) | 6 hrs | Dehm
ANCIENT GREEK
Winter Term 2023/24
Part 1 (Content)
Greek alphabet, phonology, form theory and syntax, etymology, translation of the lessons of the textbook.
- 935.115 Ancient Greek Language Course for Beginners 1 (Supplementary Examination Ancient Greek) | 6 hrs | Bedrac
Summer Term 2024
Part 2 (Content)
Building on the VU "Ancient Greek Language Course for Beginners 1": this course will use selected original texts from various genres and periods of Greek literature to provide, an insight into the diversity of ancient Greek expressions and into the time-transcending themes of Greek thought and philosophy. Selections from the following authors will be covered: Aristotle, Epicurus, Dion Chrysostom, Diognetus, Lucian, Pausanias, the Martyrdom of Polycarp, Herodotus, or (not relevant to the exam) Homer and poetry.
- 935.308 Ancient Greek Language Course for Beginners 2 (Supplementary Examination Ancient Greek) | 6 hrs | Bedrac
Information about the exam
Registration for the exam starts one month before the exam via UNIGRAZonline.
- Ancient Greek: LV 935.308 ”Ancient Greek Language Course for Beginners 2 (Supplementary Examination Ancient Greek)“
- Latin: LV 935.305 or 935.306 or 935.307 ”Latin Language Course for Beginners 2“
Requirements to register for the exam date
- Enrollment via UNIGRAZonline to the lectures ”Ancient Greek Language Course for Beginners 1 (winter term) and 2 (summer term)“
- Enrollment via UNIGRAZonline to the lectures ”Latin Language Course for Beginners 1 (winter term) and 2 (summer term)“
Exam dates
- Friday, 17 May 2024, 2.30 to 6.30 pm
- Friday, 28 June 2024, 2.30 to 6.30 pm
- Friday, 18 October 2024, 2.30 to 6.30 pm
EXAMINATION MODALITIES
The supplementary examinations in Ancient Greek and Latin are conducted on campus. It is a written exam consisting of two parts and is taken in one sitting.
Part 1
An unfamiliar Ancient Greek/Latin text from the general field of Ancient Greek/Latin literature of 130-150 words is to be translated. Furthermore, a grammar question must be answered. The use of dictionaries and grammars is allowed.
Part 2
Translate one of two known passages of approximately 70 words from the reading list and answer questions about form and grammar. Dictionaries and grammars are allowed.
The basis for the second part is the reading list of the courses: 935.308 ”Ancient Greek Language Course for Beginners 2” or 935.305 and 935.306 and 935.307 ”Latin Language Course for Beginners 2” or 232.003 ”Latein Ergänzungsprüfung“ (REWI).
Not allowed in both parts: Electronic dictionaries and other electronic resources, translations (analog and digital), vocabulary lists, and any online resources.
EXAM DURATION
- 1. part: 180 minutes
- 2. part: 60 minutes
Note: Both parts of the exam will be given from the beginning. The timing of the total four hours is up to the student.
ASSESSMENT
The total score is made up of two parts:
- The first part is positive from 60% correct translation into German. In the case of a "not sufficient" of less than 40% in either part, the overall result is negative and both parts of the exam must be retaken at another date. In case of a "not sufficient" above 40% in one part, the overall result will be calculated together with the second part. In case of a "sufficient" in the second part, the overall result is positive in this case.
- The second part will be graded separately and will be positive from 60% correct translation into German.
- The total score is the sum of the two parts, with both parts weighted equally.
If candidates receive a negative overall score, they can take the exam at the next available date.
There is no cut-off period, but negative overall results are also entered as valid in UGOnline.
After three unsuccessful dates, the fourth date must be taken as a board examination (written and oral). ► Registration for an Examination Before a Committee
If this exam is also negative, you can no longer take the supplementary exam at the university. (It is still possible to take the exam at an external exam center such as the Abendgymnasium).