Classical Studies

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Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Double Major Minor

Explore the mythology, archaeology, history, literature and culture of ancient Greece and Rome and realize their incredible impact on the world we know today.

Program Information

The Classical Studies program offers a range of courses in Greek and Roman history, literature, culture, art and architecture, Greek philosophy, and in Greek and Latin language. Students in classical studies are strongly advised to make Greek or Latin a component of their degree program, especially if they are contemplating graduate studies in classics or ancient history.

Degree Information

Campus: Keele
Faculty: Liberal Arts and Professional Studies
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Degree Options: Double Major, Minor, Single Major, Specialized

Duration

3, 4 yrs

Experiential Education

Research / Other Activities

Honours Option

Yes

OUAC Code

YRC

Degree Overview

Skills Development
Majoring in Classical Studies is an excellent way to develop critical, analytical and logical reasoning skills. You will learn how to make rational arguments and express them openly, in addition to gaining a thorough understanding of some of the greatest accomplishments in human thought and art.

Field Experience
Students in this program have been sent on archaeological digs for credit and have even become supervisors at some digs during the summer break.

Active Student-Run Clubs
The Classical Studies Students’ Association (CSSA) is open to all majors and minors in Classics and Classical Studies at York as well as any current student with an enthusiasm for the ancient world. As one of the most active clubs at York, our members have the opportunity to network and share useful information about courses, professors, jobs, graduate school and all things classical.

Our course selections in Classical Studies cover an extensive period of time from the Bronze Age through the Roman Empire. You will explore a variety of interesting topics such as spectacle and sport, love and war, law and culture, Athenian tragedy and comedy, and ancient women and children.

Sample Courses:
GK 1000 Elementary Classical Greek
HIST 1100 Gladiators, Gods, Gigolos, and Goths: Reading Roman Society, c.200 BCE-c.500 CE
GK 2000 Intermediate Classical and Biblical Greek
HIST 3125 Sport & Society in Ancient Greece
HIST 4122 War & Society in Ancient Greece
HIST 4160 Slavery in Ancient Greece & Rome

Career Options

Graduates of our Classical Studies program have gone on to have fulfilling careers in a wide variety of fields. With a Classical Studies degree you have the opportunity to enter the work force with a well-rounded education and options to be successful in a range of different career paths.

Careers:

Author	Archaeologist	Cultural Consultant
Historian	Lawyer	Librarian
Linguist	Magazine Writer	Media Correspondent
Museum Curator	Professor	Researcher