Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Classics] From Birkbeck, University of London

The Ancient Greek and Roman worlds offer a wealth of fascinating areas of study, including history, literature, classical archaeology and philosophy. Greek and Latin language and literature are the primary, but not exclusive, focus of this programme, though you will also study other aspects of the classical world. Classics students mustÊhave at least introductory-level knowledge ofÊeither Greek or Latin.

You will also study at least one module on the culture or history of Greek and Roman societies across the Mediterranean and Near East, from the archaic period to the Roman imperial period, or on the reception of classical culture in later periods of history.

The BA Classics atÊBirkbeck, University of London is a structured programme of taught modules, designed to develop understanding and critical skills, and a deep knowledge of classical language, literature and culture. It involves examining the nature of our understanding of the classical past and its literature. We encourage you to engage with textual material and to question accepted traditions about the past, so that you will develop the ability to construct and present a convincing argument. The course includes a wide variety of options across a large historical span, from the Ancient Greek world to Late Antiquity and the modern reception of the ancient world.

Career

Graduates can pursue careers in museums and galleries, research and archiving, or education. This degree may also be useful in becoming an archivist, editorial assistant, higher education lecturer or museum/gallery curator.