2018-2019 / LLOR0034-2

The Sumerian language I

Duration

45h Th, 15h Pr

Number of credits

 Bachelor in ancient languages and literatures : Oriental studies10 crédits 
 Master in linguistics (120 ECTS)10 crédits 

Lecturer

Laurent Colonna d'Istria

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

Teaching in the second semester

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

Introtuction to the Sumerian: language, writing and texts

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

Basics of grammar of Sumerian (ergative language)
Reading of cuneiform signs

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

none

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Regular attendance in class. Reading book : cf. bibliography in Syllabus
Lessons with exercises

Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)

45 h + 15h during Q2. Fixed following the disponibility of the students.

Recommended or required readings

Lecture notes about cuneiform texts read during courses.

Assessment methods and criteria

Written Test.

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

Contacts

Secretary
Valérie ELIAS
Tél. 04 366 55 44