Classical Studies

About this programme

Step into the world of ancient Greece and Rome with our BA Classical Studies. Discover their language, literature, politics, art and philosophy, and their lasting impact on our culture today. How did ancient societies communicate, govern themselves and express their beliefs? This course invites you to search for answers through literature, language and archaeological evidence. Study a wide range of subjects including history, literature, archaeology and philosophy, and engage with original sources and artifacts to understand the cultural and social dynamics of the ancient world. Learn Latin and Greek from beginner to advanced levels. Taught by subject experts, you’ll be able to personalise your academic experience in our vibrant department. Opportunities include joint honours options and a year studying abroad in Europe, North America or Asia to enrich your academic experience. Graduates leave equipped for careers in education, heritage, publishing and beyond. Some go on to further study in classical and related disciplines. From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible. In this module you will develop an understanding of how different classical disciplines interrelate. You will focus on specific academic skills such as avoiding plagiarism, approaching and evaluating a range of ancient evidence, using library and other resources, critically evaluating modern scholarship and theoretical approaches, and relating academic study