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Postgraduate Course: Advanced Hebrew Language (BIST11013)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Divinity CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaBiblical Studies Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThis course introduces students to the linguistic study of classical Hebrew language in tandem with reading extra-biblical Hebrew texts from the classical period.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?Yes
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
? acquire an understanding of the way linguists approach problems in the description of ancient Hebrew;
? exhibit a detailed understanding of classical Hebrew grammar and syntax;
? read extra-biblical Hebrew texts, as well as a selection from cognate languages (e.g. Moabite); and
? offer an historical perspective on the development of the Hebrew language before the turn of the Era.
Assessment Information
- seminar presentation and participation, 20%
- essay on aspect of classical Hebrew language, 30%
- timed take-home exam (texts), 50%
Special Arrangements
None
Additional Information
Academic description Not entered
Syllabus Not entered
Transferable skills Not entered
Reading list Not entered
Study Abroad Not entered
Study Pattern Not entered
KeywordsNot entered
Contacts
Course organiserDr David Reimer
Tel: (0131 6)50 8977
Email: David.Reimer@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMs Joanne Hendry
Tel: (0131 6)50 7227
Email: J.Hendry@ed.ac.uk
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