Classical Studies B.A.

Core Classes: Special Topics (at least 2 courses)

  • CLAS-C 305: Ethnicity, Nationality, & Race in Antiquity
  • CLAS-C 308: Roman Law
  • CLAS-C 310: Classical Drama
  • CLAS-C 311: Classical Epics
  • CLAS-C 321: Classical Myth and Culture in Film
  • CLAS-C 327: Nature and the Environment in Antiquity
  • CLAS-C 350: Greek Literature in Translation
  • CLAS-C 351: Change and Innovation in Greece
  • CLAS-C 360: Roman Literature in Translation
  • CLAS-C 361: Ancient Roman Revolutions
  • CLAS-C 362: Later Latin Literature in Translation
  • CLAS-C 365: Warfare in the Roman World

For additional major requirements, they can choose one of two tracks:

Concentration in Classical Languages

  • 6 courses of CLAS-L and/or CLAS-G at the 200 level and above, with at least 4 courses at the 300/400 level
  • 1 elective course (any CLAS-C, CLAS-G, or CLAS-L courses, & relevant courses from other departments)
    • Students can focus on Latin, ancient Greek, or some combination of both languages.
  • Students are required to take at least 30 credit hours

Concentration in Classical Culture

  • At least 1 course from the following list:
    • CLAS-C 395: Topics in Classical Art and Archaeology
    • CLAS-C 412: Art & Archaeology of the Aegean
    • CLAS-C 413: Art & Archaeology of Greece
    • CLAS-C 414: Art & Archaeology of the Roman World
    • CLAS-C 419: Art & Archaeology of Pompeii
    • CLAS-C 420: Topography & Monuments of Athens
    • CLAS-C 421: Topography & Monuments of Rome
    • CLAS-C 425: Greek & Roman Sanctuaries
    • CLAS-C 430: Roman Borderlands
  • 3 more courses from CLAS-C300 and CLAS-C400 lists
  • 3 elective courses (any CLAS-C, CLAS-G, or CLAS-L courses, & relevant courses from other departments)
  • Students are required to take at least 30 credit hours

Is this degree a good fit for you?

This degree attracts students from a variety of backgrounds and interests. Some qualities that might indicate this degree is right for you include:

  • A strong general interest in exploring the languages and cultures of the ancient world.
  • Desire to study many different facets of the cultures of Ancient Rome and Greece, including their literature, mythology, history, art, and architecture.
  • Aspiration to pursue a career in medicine, law, business, education, journalism, or the arts.
  • Desire to study abroad, travel, or participate in archaeological work around the Mediterranean.
  • An interest in cultural opportunities like art museums, theater, opera, and ballet.

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