Course Description
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Course Name
Syriac 2
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Host University
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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Location
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Area of Study
Religion
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
6 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Objective
The student has a good knowledge of the Syriac grammar and a first experience with reading various representatives of the wealth of Syriac literature (Bible translations, commentaries, treatises, poetry) with the help of the available resources (grammars, dictionaries)Course Content
This course is a follow-up to the course "Introduction in the Syriac language" (L_GOBAALG005) and aims at extending the student's knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. It includes reading practices of original. Syriac sources parallel to the grammatical trainingTeaching Methods
SeminarTypeof Assessment
Written exam at the end of the course and diagnostic exams during the course, which will help the student to monitor his or her progressRemarks
This course is offered once in the two years. It is offered in 2023–2024There is a minimum of 5 participants
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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