Undergraduate studies

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• BA with Honours in Classics (Ancient Literature)
• BA with Honours in Classics (Ancient History)
• BA with Honours in Classics (Ancient Philosophy)

Whatever you choose, it's strongly recommended, but not essential, that you begin the study of at least one of the classical languages during your first year of study. For purposes of meeting grouping requirements, some ancient and Medieval philosophy classes may be counted either as classics credits, or philosophy credits.

More information is available from the Undergraduate Calendar.

BA with Honours in Classics

Requirements:

• a full credit in a single subject from each of three subject groups: Languages and Humanities; Social Sciences; Life Sciences and Physical Sciences
• a writing class. Taking either Epic, Drama and Philosophy: A Survey of Greek and Roman Literature (CLAS 1000X/Y), Ancient History: An Introduction to the History of the Ancient World (CLAS 1010.06) or Classical Mythology (CLAS 1100X/Y) will satisfy the first-year writing requirement.
• a language class

Plus:

• Six to eight credits at or above the 2000 level in Classics
• At least two credits at 3000 level or higher in Classics.
• Courses in Classics must include work in Greek or Latin at the 3000 level in one and at the 2000 level in the other

Whether the Honours degree is awarded in Ancient Literature, History or Philosophy depends on the area of the department's offerings in which a larger part of the work is done.

Candidates for Honours and Combined Honours degrees who anticipate continuing their studies at the graduate level in Classics should consult the calendars of the graduate schools of their choice concerning requirements for entry. It may be the case that additional preparation in the classical languages or in other aspects of ancient civilizations is required for certain programs.

BA with Combined Honours in Classics

Classics may be taken as part of a combined honours program with other disciplines. Students interested in such programs should consult with the undergraduate advisors of the respective departments.

Requirements:

• a full credit in a single subject from each of three subject groups: Languages and Humanities; Social Sciences; Life Sciences and Physical Sciences
• a writing class. Taking either Epic, Drama and Philosophy: A Survey of Greek and Roman Literature (CLAS 1000X/Y), Ancient History: An Introduction to the History of the Ancient World (CLAS 1010.06) or Classical Mythology (CLAS 1100X/Y) will satisfy the first-year writing requirement.
• a language class

Plus:

• Three to five credits at or above the 2000 level in Classics
• Three credits in either Latin and/or Greek
• Two credits at the 3000 level of higher in Classics
• Honours Examination CLAS 0400.00

20-credit BA, with Major in Classics

Requirements:

• a full credit in a single subject from each of three subject groups: Languages and Humanities; Social Sciences; Life Sciences and Physical Sciences
• a writing class. Taking either Epic, Drama and Philosophy: A Survey of Greek and Roman Literature (CLAS 1000X/Y), Ancient History: An Introduction to the History of the Ancient World (CLAS 1010.06) or Classical Mythology (CLAS 1100X/Y) will satisfy the first-year writing requirement.
• a language class

Plus:

• Three to six credits at or above the 2000 level in Classics
• At least three credits at or above the 3000 level in Classics
• Students are encouraged to take two language classes in Greek and/or Latin.

20-credit BA with Double Major in Classics (20 credit)

Requirements:

• a full credit in a single subject from each of three subject groups: Languages and Humanities; Social Sciences; Life Sciences and Physical Sciences
• a writing class. Taking either Epic, Drama and Philosophy: A Survey of Greek and Roman Literature (CLAS 1000X/Y), Ancient History: An Introduction to the History of the Ancient World (CLAS 1010.06) or Classical Mythology (CLAS 1100X/Y) will satisfy the first-year writing requirement.
• a language class

Plus:

• Six to nine credits in two subjects at the 2000 level
• Two credits in each of two subjects at the 3000 level
• Students are encouraged to take at least one language class in Greek or Latin.

Note:  Students should select no more than nine credits nor fewer than four credits in either subject.

15-credit BA with Concentration in Classics

Requirements:

• a full credit in a single subject from each of three subject groups: Languages and Humanities; Social Sciences; Life Sciences and Physical Sciences
• a writing class. Taking either Epic, Drama and Philosophy: A Survey of Greek and Roman Literature (CLAS 1000X/Y), Ancient History: An Introduction to the History of the Ancient World (CLAS 1010.06) or Classical Mythology (CLAS 1100X/Y) will satisfy the first-year writing requirement.
• a language class

Plus:

• Two to six credits at or above the 2000 level
• At least two credits at or above the 3000 level

Note:

• The department is glad to assist students in working out programs according to their interests.
• The programs of all students majoring or honouring in the department must be approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.