Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Classics (Q800)

With BA Classics explore the cultures of ancient Greece and Rome through the study of their languages, Greek and Latin. Read ancient texts in the original and learn how languages – ancient and modern – develop and function.

Whether a students has any experience of studying ancient languages or not they can develop an advanced knowledge of Latin and Greek, learning to read the words written by ancient authors. Core modules are offered in both languages at all levels, from absolute beginner through to advanced, in all three years of the degree. Each week students will receive an impressive three to four hours of language teaching in small class groups, working on grammar, vocabulary and translation.

In addition to the core language learning, this course allows students to study the ancient world from a range of perspectives, including political, social and cultural. The wide range of expertise within the Department of Classics also gives students the option of studying other cultures such as ancient Egypt; one can even be taught hieroglyphics.

University of Reading encourages students to undertake placements as part of their course. Students will receive professional training to help them secure a top-quality placement and prepare them for the experience. Placements provide the chance to put newly acquired knowledge and skills into practice and to gain valuable real-world experience.