The World of St Augustine (U02613)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : HCA-3-U02613

The life and works of St Augustine (354-430) continue to fascinate those interested in history as well as theology and philosophy. This course uses the life and writings of Augustine as a springboard into a fascinating period of transformation and conflict. The letters, sermons and treatises of Augustine help illuminate such diverse subjects as the Donatist Schism, pagan/Christian conflict and contemporary reactions to the Sack of Rome. Augustine himself provides an obvious focus for study, but the setting for his birth and most of his life, Roman North Africa, is an area uniquely rich in varied source material. As well as the writings of Augustine we shall study the rich material culture of late antique North Africa as well as the vibrant local literary tradition. Subjects covered across the semester will include the ethnic, political and social conflicts of North Africa, issues of religious conversion and coercion, barbarian invasion and cultural transformation. During the summer vacation, and optional study visit to Tunisia, shared with the complementary course 'Africa in the Classical World' will add a unique, stimulating element to the course.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : Pass in:- Ancient History 1, or Ancient History 2.

? Prohibited combinations : Not to be taken with the Divinity course EH0004 'Augustine in his Age 3/4'.

? Special Arrangements for Entry : In order for a student from outwith Classics to be enrolled on this course, contact must be made with a Course Secretary on 50 3580 in order for approval to be obtained.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Ancient History, (School of History, Classics and Archaeology, Schedule E)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 3rd year

? Delivery Period : Not being delivered

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	14:00	14:50	Central
Lecture	Thursday	14:00	14:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course the student will have:
- knowledge of key aspects of the religious, cultural and social history of Late Antiquity.
- knowledge of the life, works and context of Augustine of Hippo.
- knowledge of the history of late antique North Africa.
- ability to use a wide range of source material, including both written and material evidence.
- bibliographical research skills to enable students independently to find information on particular areas of the broader subject.