Who can enrol in this course?

U3A Brisbane courses are open to people aged 50 and over and retired or semi-retired who have become a Brisbane member for the calendar year.

Where is the course held?

This class is held at U3A Brisbane City Campus, on Fridays from 24-Apr-26 to 26-Jun-26.

How much does the course cost?

This course costs $50 for 10 weeks.

Do I need any prior knowledge?

This is an Advanced class, so substantial prior experience is expected.

What is this class about?

The aim of the course is to enrich our knowledge, appreciation and enjoyment of both the language and the literature of the golden age of classical Latin.

Class Information U3A Brisbane

Term 2 2026

J68 Latin - Advanced - Language and Literature of the Classical Period

Tutor: Shirley Lean
The aim of the course is to enrich our knowledge and appreciation of the Latin language and literature of the classical period. There are two elements to the course: a survey and study of the literature of the period through excerpts from the work of Cato through to Juvenal; and reading and reciting Virgil's "Aeneid". All works are studied in their historical, political and social contexts. We work on our language and grammar skills by translating excerpts of all works studied, so class participants are expected to spend some time each week on homework.
Venue: 232 Adelaide St
Friday 9.00am - 10.15am. Classes started 24 April, finish 26 June.
Cost: $50 (prepaid), 10 weeks
Current Enrolments: 6 (capacity 9)

Class image — Woman with Wax Tablets and Stylus (often called “Sappho”), Pompeii, c. 50–79 CE. Public-domain artwork via Wikimedia Commons.

Enrolments have closed for Term 2.

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University of the Third Age Brisbane

University of the Third Age Brisbane

Class Information

Term 2 2026

J68 Latin - Advanced - Language and Literature of the Classical Period