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Greek Myth and Epic UCL

Highlights
Tuition fee
5100 GBP / full
5100 GBP / full
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Tuition fee
5100 GBP / full
5100 GBP / full
Unknown
Duration
21 days
Duration
21 days
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Greek Myth and Epic module from UCL Summer School will examine Greek myths as found in Greek literary (and occasionally, artistic) sources and will provide students with an introduction to the study of Greek mythology in its literary, social, historical and philosophical context.

Overview

The Greek Myth and Epic module from UCL Summer School, Greek myths of gods, heroes and heroines have played a crucial role in the history of Western art, literature and music. 

Key facts:

This module aims to familiarise students with the major figures in Greek myth, the stories associated with them, and the culture which produced them. It will ask why myths occur in the first place, what social or psychological function(s) or needs they fulfil, and how they manage to influence our modern lives.

Programme Structure

Upon successful completion of this module, students will:

  • Have received an introduction to the methodology and terminology of studies in Classics
  • Be familiar with the major figures and the most significant mythological cycles in Greek myth, the stories associated with them, and the culture which produced them
  • Have gained knowledge about how classical texts have been appropriated by ancient and modern cultures
  • Have developed their independent research and critical thinking skills in the field of Classics, relating to Greek Myth; through different literary theories and in various modes of representation
  • Have engaged with interactive ways in which they can reflect on the ancient world and its reception.

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 21 days

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
July 4 - 22, 2016

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
125
TOEFL® IBT
OR
96
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
76
IELTS
7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • London, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test
125
TOEFL® IBT
OR
96
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
76
IELTS
7

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep
Trusted by 7M+ Students
Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

  • Study on your own schedule
  • Live classes with current and ex-examiners
  • Accurate score assesment, always
  • E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!

Other requirements

General requirements

You will have completed one year of undergraduate study at the time of joining the summer school, and be able to demonstrate an average grade of:

  • 3.3/4.0 GPA (US scale)
  • 2:1 (UK scale)

If English is not your first language, you will need to show proficiency by providing us with a qualification such as:

  • IELTS 7.0, with 6.5 in each subtest
  • GCSE/IGCSE, with a pass at grade C

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    5100 GBP / full
    ≈ 5100 GBP / full
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    5100 GBP / full
    ≈ 5100 GBP / full

Additional Details

One Session £3,100; Both Sessions £5,100

Living costs

London

United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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