Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Classical Civilisation (Q820)

Student may have come to love ancient Greece and Rome through myths and legends, books, films or museums. Now discover more, examining the political and social structures, art and visual culture, thought, religion and social life. Learn in depth about the cultural interactions of the period through the magnificent visual and material remains.

They do not need any academic experience of classical civilizations. Our core modules provide an introduction to the history and culture of the ancient Mediterranean, as well as its afterlife in later culture, politics, and thought. As they progress through the course they will encounter further topics and methods, each developing different skills in analyzing ancient literature, history, or material culture.

They will read texts in translation, but they can also try out Latin or Greek and see if it's for them. Studying Latin or Greek will give them greater insight into the language and nuances of texts they’re reading in translation. It also provides skills in linguistic analysis that are valued by employers.