University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 and Semester 2 | Credits: 10

This module introduces students to Old & Middle English as used primarily in England duuring the European Middle Ages. Students will gradually become acquainted with their grammar and vocabulary, and develop reading skills with the aim of acquiring enough knowledge to be able to access basic Old & Middle English texts in their original form. No previous knowledge of Old or Middle English is expected.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of the grammar and vocabulary of Old & Middle English
  2. 2 Read and translate simple texts in Old & Middle English in their original form
  3. Demonstrate a grasp of basic Old & Middle English vocabulary
  4. Demonstrate a grasp of basic Old & Middle English vocabulary
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "A Guide to Old English" by Mitchell & Robinson
    ISBN: 978047067107.
  2. "Reading Old English" by Hasenfratz & Jambeck
    ISBN: 978193320274.
  3. "Old English Reader + Gentle Introduction to Old English" by Murray Mcgillivray
    ISBN: 9781770473065.
The above information outlines module MV504: "Old & Middle English" and is valid from 2020 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.