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Introduction to the Nero and Neronian Literature Unit

The Nero and Neronian Literature unit, coded as HTC337, is an advanced level course offered by the University of Tasmania. This unit delves into the enigmatic and transgressive literature produced during the reign of Nero (AD 54-68), exploring the writings of notable figures such as Seneca, Petronius, and Lucan, as well as the representations of Nero in the works of Suetonius and Tacitus.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Nero and Neronian Literature
• Unit Code: HTC337
• Credit Points: 12.5
• College/School: Arts and Society, Humanities and Social Sciences
• Discipline: History and Classics
• Coordinator: Miss Claire Ferguson
• Available as an Elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Advanced

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with specific UN Sustainable Development Goals, although the exact goals are not specified in the provided context.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students are expected to:

• Produce valid interpretations of the content of a range of historical, literary, and cultural material for the study of the Neronian principate.
• Analyse and critique literary themes and cultural issues relevant to the Neronian period.
• Demonstrate awareness of the cultural contexts for sources of evidence for the Neronian period.
• Express analysis of materials under examination in this unit effectively in writing.

Fee Information

The fee structure for this unit varies based on the student's status:

• Field of Education: Not specified
• Commencing Student Contribution: Refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: Refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
• Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution: Not applicable
• Domestic Full Fee: Refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

Requisites

Prerequisites

Students are required to have completed 25 credit points at Introductory level or higher.

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: Fully online, including weekly recorded introductory lectures and additional resources in mixed formats.
• Assessment:
  • Two primary text analyses (20%)
  • Weekly Reading Activities (20%)
  • Final Project (25%)
  • Essay or unessay (35%)
• Timetable: Available for viewing through the lecture timetable and full unit timetable.

Textbooks

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

University Information

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