English and Classical Civilisation

About this programme

Are you fascinated by ancient civilisations? Intrigued by the development of language over time? Or perhaps curious about how literature and performance have changed from ancient times to the contemporary period? We combine studying the literature, history, art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome with English language, literature and drama from Old English to the present day. You’ll explore the many different aspects of ancient society, whilst also developing valuable skills in analysis, communication, teamwork, and presentation – qualities highly valued by employers. Are you fascinated by ancient civilisations? Intrigued by the development of language over time? Or perhaps curious about how literature and performance have changed from ancient times to the contemporary period? We combine studying the literature, history, art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome with English language, literature and drama from Old English to the present day. You’ll explore the many different aspects of ancient society, whilst also developing valuable skills in analysis, communication, teamwork, and presentation – qualities highly valued by employers. Create your own path, specialising in the topics that interest you most as you progress through your course. In Classics, you’ll choose modules ranging from the Aeneid to ancient novels, religion, violence, comedy, animals and citizenship, as well as classics on film or on the modern stage. In English, you’ll choose modules from applied linguistics, drama, medieval literature and language, and literature from 1500 to the present, expl