Syriac Winter School

January 20th to January 25th, 2025

Learn Syriac

Discover the beauty of Syriac with our beginner-friendly course in Cambridge. Designed for those with no prior knowledge of the Syriac language, this course offers a comprehensive introduction.

Course Highlights:

Syriac Alphabet: Begin with mastering the Syriac alphabet.
Basic Grammar: Understand the fundamentals of Syriac grammar.
Essential Vocabulary: Build a solid vocabulary base.
Reading and Translation: Learn to read and translate simple Syriac passages.

Ideal for BA level students or those confident in learning languages, this intensive course is perfect for academic purposes. Gain a solid foundation in Syriac and pave the way for advanced studies. Join us and start your journey from scratch!

Please note: participants will need to bring their own copy of: New Syriac Primer: Fourth Revised Edition by George Kiraz

Tutor: George Kiraz

George A. Kiraz received his Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge in 1996 with a dissertation on computational Semitic morphology (Cambridge University Press, 1996). Since then he worked at Bell Labs and established The Syriac Institute. He has written extensively on Syriac studies and employs Digital Humanities techniques in his research.

Schedule

Arrivals between 9.30am and 10.30am on Monday 20th Jan

Departures after lunch on Saturday 25th Jan

Daily programme for each day of the Winter School*

Time	Activity
09.00 – 10.00	Class 1
10.00 – 10.30	Guided independent study
10.30 – 11.o0	Coffee break
11.00 – 12.30	Class 2
12.30 – 13.00	Vocab learning/independent study
13.00 – 14.00	Lunch
14.00 – 15.30	Class 3
15.30 – 17.00	Guided independent study

*NB there will be introductions on the first day of teaching with a slightly altered class timetable starting at 11.00 and finishing at 17.30.

FAQ's

Accommodation

Please let us know if you would like information about available accommodation at Westminster on the booking form below.

Bursaries

We are pleased to be able to offer a limited number of bursaries for students and those on low incomes. Please indicate on the booking form if you would like to be considered for a bursary.

Cost

The cost per delegate is £500, inclusive of all teaching material (not including the primer); tea/coffee, lunch’s. A 10% student discount applies.

How to book

Please complete the booking form below.

Study Time

The winter school includes 23 hours of class time with experienced tutors and 12 hours of guided independent study.

Travel

Travel and parking details are on the website – please click here.

Booking Form

Booking Form - Biblical Languages Winter School (BLWS)

Name*
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Which study track you would like to start on (it is possible to move groups during the week):*
Are you currently a full-time student (or part-time student with no additional income)*
Would you like to apply for a bursary to help with the cost of the course?
What is your motivation for for doing this course (this will help us tailor the course content)?*
Do you have any dietary requirements?*
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Do you have any medical conditions or additional needs that you would like the college to be aware of?
Do you have any Specific Learning Differences that you would like the tutors to be aware of?
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