BA Classics and Philosophy

The Classics and Philosophy undergraduate course at Royal Holloway, University of London, combines the study of ancient world's literature, art, history and culture with contemporary exploration of philosophical questions. The confluence of these two disciplines provides a deep and comprehensive understanding of the roots of philosophical thought and the relevant insights from ancient cultures.Course Content: The Classics and Philosophy course spans three years and begins by introducing classic texts in translation, acquainting students with both ancient and modern philosophy, and encouraging exploration of ancient world's culture. In the second and third years, students expand their knowledge through a range of optional modules focusing on specialized areas of classics and philosophy, including elements such as ethical theories, metaphysics, Greek tragic drama, art and archaeology of Roman empire, among others. Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Classical Literature: An Introduction, The World of Homer and Hesiod, History and Ideas: An Introduction, Ancient Philosophy 1: Plato, Human Nature, Ancient Rome from Romulus to Hadrian, Between Death and Divinity: Greek Myth and Religion, and Narrative and Identity: The Many Faces of Herodotus.Future Careers: Graduates from the Classics and Philosophy degree can obtain careers in a variety of fields such as law, finance, public services, education, marketing, heritage and tourism industry due to their strong set of transferable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication and more. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.