Program Overview

Introduction to AHIS2110 – Ancient Greek B

The unit AHIS2110 – Ancient Greek B is designed to help history and archaeology students develop their knowledge of Ancient Greek. By the end of the unit, students should have acquired an understanding of the script and basic grammar and vocabulary and be able to read simple passages in Greek.

General Information

• Unit convenor and teaching staff: Paul McKechnie, Lecturer Trevor Evans
• Credit points: 10
• Prerequisites: AHIS108 or AHIS1110 or AHIS208 or AHST205
• Corequisites: None
• Co-badged status: None
• Unit description: This unit aims to help history and archaeology students develop their knowledge of Ancient Greek.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Recognise and recall Ancient Greek scripts, phonetic structure, and vocabulary from different periods and genres
• Demonstrate understanding of the grammar required for the translation of Ancient Greek texts appropriate to experienced beginners' level
• Explore and appraise relevant translations using ML tools, including generative AI and other online grammatical and lexical reference tools
• Investigate Ancient Greek texts in their historical and cultural contexts

General Assessment Information

The unit assessments include:

• Online sites and facilities survey (20%)
• Comprehension Task (40%)
• Translation Exercise (40%) Late Assessment Submission Penalty: A 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends).

Assessment Tasks

• Online sites and facilities survey: 20%, Due: 7 September 2025
• Comprehension Task: 40%, Due: 13 October 2025
• Composition Task (Translation Exercise): 40%, Due: 9 November 2025

Delivery and Resources

• Technology: This unit employs iLearn and Echo.
• Lecture Times: For lecture times and classrooms, please consult the unit's iLearn page.
• Submission and Extensions: Submission of exercises is electronic via Turnitin. Extensions are available on medical grounds and may be requested under other special circumstances.

Unit Schedule

The unit will study C.A.E. Luschnig's Introduction to Ancient Greek [second edition] from p.135 to the end of the book. Full details, including a weekly schedule of topics, will be provided on the unit's iLearn page.

Policies and Procedures

Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

• Academic Appeals Policy
• Academic Integrity Policy
• Academic Progression Policy
• Assessment Policy
• Fitness to Practice Procedure
• Assessment Procedure
• Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
• Special Consideration Policy

Student Support

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students, including:

• Academic Success
• The Library
• IT Support
• Accessibility and disability support with study
• Mental health support
• Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual assault
• Social support including information about finances, tenancy, and legal issues
• Student Advocacy provides independent advice on MQ policies, procedures, and processes

Changes from Previous Offering

In view of the rapid development of large language models, this unit in S2 2025 will adopt beta versions of 'LLM-proof' assignments.