Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2016-2017 (archived)
Module THMN1127: Biblical Hebrew
Department: Theology and Ministry
THMN1127: Biblical Hebrew
| Type | Open | Level | 1 | Credits | 10 | Availability | Available in 2016/17 | Module Cap | Location | Durham |
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Prerequisites
- None
Corequisites
- None
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None
Aims
- To enable students to reach a reasonable competence in biblical Hebrew and to read selections from narrative and poetic texts.
Content
- Introduction to Hebrew Grammar, using a recommended text book, supplemented by class handouts.
- Reading of selected Hebrew texts from the Old Testament.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
- By the end of the course the student will be able to:
- Use the resources, tools and commentaries of Old Testament specialists.
- Demonstrate a grasp of the issues involved in different translations
- Show a competent working knowledge of the grammar, syntax and vocabulary of the language
Subject-specific Skills:
- Translate passages from selected passages in the Old Testament
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Lectures and class workshops. The contact time will be of the order of 40 hours due to the nature of learning a language.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Summative Assessment
| Component: Course Work | Component Weighting: 40% | ||
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| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Various tests during duration of course | 100% | ||
| Component: Examination | Component Weighting: 60% | ||
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Unseen exam paper | 90 minutes | 100% | |
Formative Assessment:
Various classroom tests throughout module
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University