Print this page Advanced Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs

Take the next step in your exploration of the language of the ancient Egyptians. Designed for students who have completed approximately three terms of Middle Egyptian study or have equivalent experience, this intermediate course builds on existing knowledge to develop greater confidence in reading and interpreting authentic ancient texts.

Middle Egyptian was the classical written language of ancient Egypt and remains the key to unlocking some of the civilisation's most remarkable literary, religious and historical records. In this course, participants will deepen their understanding of Egyptian grammar, syntax and vocabulary while working with genuine texts from one of history's most fascinating cultures.

Ideal for continuing students, this course offers a rewarding opportunity to deepen your knowledge of hieroglyphic Egyptian and further develop your ability to read the voices of the ancient world.

DELIVERY MODE

Hybrid (Face to face and online simultaneously)

COURSE OUTLINE

• Review of simple and complex verb forms
• Participles, Relative forms, and Relative clauses
• Creating Emphasis: focalisation and topicalisation
• Conditional Clauses

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Understand how Egyptian texts use advanced syntax to create emphasis
• Express conditionals
• Read a complete literary text, such as the Shipwrecked Sailor