Latin Medieval Studies in the European Space

Course: Classical Philology and English language

Structural unit: Educational and Scientific Institute of Philology

Title
Latin Medieval Studies in the European Space
Code
ВБ 2.9.
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
First
Year of study when the component is delivered
2024/2025
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
7 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
3
Learning outcomes
PLO 8. To know and understand the systems of Ancient Greek, Latin, and a foreign language, the general properties of literature as an art of the word, and the history of Ancient Greek and Latin languages and literatures; to be able to apply this knowledge in professional activities. PLO 12. To analyze linguistic units, determine their interaction, and characterize the linguistic phenomena and processes that govern them. PLO 15. To perform linguistic, literary, and specialized philological analysis of texts of various styles and genres in Ancient Greek and Latin. PLO 21. To possess translation skills for texts of various styles and genres in Ancient Greek and Latin. PLO 22. To be aware of the role and place of classical languages and literatures within the European linguo-cultural space, and their significance in the development of the latest scientific paradigms and modern civilization.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
1) Successful completion of the following courses: "Latin Language," "History of the Latin Language," and "Latin Hermeneutics"; 2) Knowledge of the theories regarding the origin of the Latin language, the periodization of its development, the emergence of Latin writing and the alphabet, the dialectal divisions of Latin, as well as literary terminology and Latin grammar; 3) Proficiency in morphemic, morphological, and syntactic analysis of Latin linguistic units, as well as skills in lexical-etymological and historical-cultural analysis and commentary of Latin texts.
Course content
The course examines the historical development of Medieval Latin and the mechanisms of its popularization. It outlines theoretical issues addressed in modern Medieval Studies and characterizes contemporary approaches to the research of medieval texts. The discipline reviews the current state, objectives, and future prospects of domestic Medieval Studies, analyzing the key directions and achievements of contemporary local research in the field. The curriculum includes the reading of original source texts and their comprehensive examination through linguistic, literary, and cultural analyses.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Курціус Е. Р. Європейська література і латинське середньовіччя, пер. з нім. А. Онишко (Львів: Літопис, 2007), 752. 2. Латинська мова в Україні XV – початку XVIII століття: монографія, В. М. Миронова, С. П. Гриценко, Н. В. Корольова, О. М. Косіцька, О. М. Кощій, Р. А. Щербина (Київ: ВПЦ "Київський університет", 2014), 591. 3. Литвинов В. Ренесансний гуманізм в Україні. Ідеї гуманізму епохи Відродження в українській філософії ХV- початку ХVІІ століття (Київ, Вид-во Соломії Павличко «Основи», 2000), 472. 4. Трофимук М. «Функції латиномовної літератури в контексті літературного процесу України XII—XVIII ст.» Матеріали III конгресу Міжнародної асоціації україністів «Літературознавство», (Харків, 26-29 серпня 1996 р.) 293–301. 5. Чернюх Б. В. Історична граматика латинської мови: підручник (Львів: Вид. центр ЛНУ ім. І. Франка, 2008), 290. 6. Яковенко Н. Дзеркала ідентичності. Дослідження з історії уявлень та ідей в Україні XVI – початку XVIII століття (Київ: Laurus, 2012), 471.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Oral response, independent study assignments (text translation exercises), presentation report, written test, project
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment is based on a 100-point scale (60 points for semester work and 40 points for the final exam). The evaluation criteria include oral responses, translation exercises, preparation and defense of presentations, written tests, and a creative project. The highest scores are awarded for fluent and reasoned mastery of the material, the use of mandatory and supplementary literature, and a high technical level of presentation materials. The minimum passing score for the semester is 36 points. In case of absence, students must complete written assignments for missed topics. The final assessment is conducted as a written exam consisting of four open-ended theoretical questions. To pass the exam, a minimum of 24 points (60%) is required. The exam evaluates depth of knowledge, comprehensive task coverage, and the ability to interpret results correctly. Students who earn a total of fewer than 60 points are considered not to have completed the course.
Language of instruction
Ukrainian

Lecturers

This discipline is taught by the following teachers

Valentyna Mykolaivna Myronova
Department of General Linguistics, Classical Philology and Neo-Hellenistics
Educational and Scientific Institute of Philology