BA Classical Studies

The Classical Studies course at Royal Holloway, University of London provides an engaging overview of the classical world. It explores the culture, history, philosophy, literature, and archaeology of ancient Greece and Rome. The course delves into the intricacies of Greek and Latin insights and ideas, and how these have shaped the world we live in today. Course Content: The course spans three years, with the progression from foundational to advanced studies. In the first year, students gain an insight into both the Greek and Roman worlds across a broad range of topics such as democracy, epic, philosophy, tragedy and history. The second and third years offer more advanced level study and critical analysis, giving students the opportunity to practice their research skills. There is also a dissertation in the second year which allows you to explore a particular area of interest in-depth. Key Modules: ‘From Pandora to Psyche – women in the ancient world', ‘Classical Literature’, ‘The World of Homer and Hesiod’, ‘Philosophy, Politics and Society’, ‘Greek Tragedy’, ‘Classics and 21st-Century Cinema’ and ‘Monsters and Monstrosities’. Future Careers: Graduates from this course have a broad range of opportunities available to them. Some have continued on to pursue postgraduate studies, while others have begun successful careers in fields including teaching, law, media and communications, culture, heritage and tourism, business and finance, governmental and non-governmental sectors, and more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.