Postgraduate Course: Advanced Hebrew Language (BIST11013)
Course Outline
| School | School of Divinity |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Biblical Studies |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | This 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)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? | Yes |
Course Delivery Information
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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.
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Assessment Information
- seminar presentation and participation, 20%
- essay on aspect of classical Hebrew language, 30%
- timed take-home exam (texts), 50%
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Special Arrangements
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Additional Information
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| Transferable skills |
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr David Reimer
Tel: (0131 6)50 8977
Email: David.Reimer@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Ms Joanne Hendry
Tel: (0131 6)50 7227
Email: J.Hendry@ed.ac.uk |
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