Latin is a concise, flexible and beautiful language which was used for centuries both in everyday life and by scholars. It has provided vocabulary and concepts widely employed in law, politics, theology, medicine and in many texts of the musical tradition.
Latin is a concise, flexible and beautiful language which was used for centuries both in everyday life and by scholars. It has provided vocabulary and concepts widely employed in law, politics, theology, medicine and in many texts of the musical tradition.
The characters and stories from Latin poetry and Roman history inspired art and literature in Europe and beyond, from the paintings of the Renaissance to the works of Shakespeare. By learning Latin you will learn about some aspects of life in the ancient world with its commonalities and differences from ours.
Learning Latin will help you discover connections with other cultures and the roots of many European languages. You will be able to appreciate many Latin phrases and mottos used in English, develop a keen attention to detail and an awareness of language mechanisms. And, by learning Latin you will be one of the many learners worldwide!
King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. We are dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place.
Mission and vision
Through our commitment to exceptional education, impactful research and genuine service to society, we are creating positive change in our communities, both in London and on the world stage. Our Strategic Vision 2029 looks forward to our 200th anniversary in 2029 and sets out our ambitious plans in five key areas:
Educating the next generation of change-makers;
Challenging ideas and driving change through research;
Giving back to society through meaningful service;
Working with our local communities in London;
Fostering global citizens with an international perspective.
For anyone with an interest in European history however, a working knowledge of Latin is essential. The earliest examples date back to the third century BC but it was the expansion of the Roman Empire which established Latin as a lingua franca around the Mediterranean.
This semester the Language Centre will be offering over 80 classes in 14 different languages. Classes range from Beginners to Post A level and are available in Latin. This semester we will have both online and in person teaching.
Our Latin speakers, can train you and, if need be, the rest of your group at a time that is suitable to you, at your home or place of work.
Latin classes are offered by The University of Sheffield.
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