A CLASSICAL EDUCATION ONLINE
& In FLORENCE
Women Latinists Florence
From Antiquity to the Renaissance
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Location
Florence, Italy
Overview
Join us in Florence to study the uncovered history of women’s writing in Latin from antiquity up to the Renaissance. The aim of this course is to introduce students to a wide range of works by women Latinists, from epigraphs to epics, love poetry to letters! It consists of thematic seminars delivered by specialists, complemented by outings and hands-on workshops providing opportunities to read, transcribe, translate, illustrate and analyse Latin texts using ancient and modern techniques. With a strong focus on dealing with primary sources, you will strengthen your independent research skills, discover new authors and engage with the themes, practicalities and patterns that emerge from 1,500 years of women’s writing.
Who is this course suitable for?
Anyone with an interest in classical, medieval or Renaissance history and literature. This course will be of particular benefit to taught and research students with little experience reading Latin texts written by women. Intermediate background in Latin is recommended, but not essential, as most materials will be provided in both Latin and in English translation.
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A Typical Day
Each day will begin with morning seminars grouped by theme, with a focus on situating literary texts and authors within their context and providing opportunities to read, discuss, transcribe and compare. After lunch, scheduled activities will complement the morning seminars such as hands-on art workshops, library visits, research symposia or guest lectures.
Free Time
From 5pm+ students are free to immerse themselves in Florentine life and join suggested events on our Cultural Programme, which compiles local events such as exhibitions, craft classes, language drop-ins, film screenings and aperitivo linked to our course themes and beyond.
Our Approach
Courses designed by Forte Academy are intended to be both intellectual and practical: Included in the course fee are several hands-on workshops to engage with practices and techniques of production used by Women Latinists over the centuries. We aim to combine interactive pedagogy with a strong emphasis on primary sources and promoting independent thinking, to equip students with the skills necessary to research the past with "fresh eyes".
What's Included?*
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Full timetable of morning seminars divided into themes combining opportunities to read, discuss and compare literature from a wide range of genres and contexts.
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Selected outings around Florence connected to women Latinists, such a libraries and ex-convents.
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Hands-on practical workshops e.g. Latin Palaeography, Latin Watercolours and Print-making class.
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Specific sessions tailored towards strengthening your academic research and critical thinking skills and access to resources that be incorporated into your own research & teaching.
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Total programming of 5-6 hours per day plus a Cultural Programme of optional suggested events for the evening, such as language drop-ins, outdoor film and music events and creative activism in galleries.
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5 group lunches
*Flights, accommodation and meals except those listed are not included. Students must be 18 years old at the time of travel unless accompanied.
Fees & How to Apply
Full Course: £995
Application status: Closed (Sign up to our MOON Letter for updates)
Please complete an application form to be considered for a place. Places are limited will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. If you have any questions about the course, please email info@forte-academy.co.uk.
