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Course Description
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Course Name
Ancient Myth - Modern Theory
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Host University
Queen Mary, University of London
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Classics, English, History
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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UK Credits
15 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Credits: 15.0
Overlap: None
Prerequisite: None"We are all Greeks." (Shelley, Hellas) The myths of ancient Greece have long fascinated and
perplexed scholars and intellectuals. In this module we shall examine some of those myths, and their
influence on the Western intellectual tradition. The module aims to familiarise students with a number of
theories to which they have given rise. Students will be encouraged to examine and critique these
interpretations. "We are much less Greek than we believe." (Foucault, Discipline and Punish).Assessment: 100.0% Coursework
Level: 6
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