Advanced Medieval Welsh 1 CELTCIV5003

  • Academic Session: 2023-24
  • School: School of Humanities
  • Credits: 20
  • Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
  • Typically Offered: Runs Throughout Semesters 1 and 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: Yes

Short Description

The aims of this course are: to develop the linguistic skills gained in previous study of Medieval Welsh; to introduce new texts, problems, and skills, such as working on texts not edited for student readers, and use of dictionaries and other tools; to broaden and extend familiarity with the range and style of Medieval Welsh texts; to increase awareness of the language changes from Old to Middle Welsh.

Timetable

20 contact hours (1hr per week across the academic session)

Requirements of Entry

Previous study of Middle Welsh.

Course Aims

The aims of this course are: to develop the linguistic skills gained in previous study of Medieval Welsh; to introduce new texts, problems, and skills, such as working on texts not edited for student readers, and use of dictionaries and other tools; to broaden and extend familiarity with the range and style of Medieval Welsh texts; to increase awareness of the language changes from Old to Middle Welsh.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of the course, the student should be able: to demonstrate a good knowledge of the texts studied, including their literary significance; to translate passages of Middle Welsh and comment on grammatical matters; to apply knowledge of Old and Middle Welsh to unseen passages.