BA Classics

The Classics degree at the University of Birmingham places an emphasis on the study of Greek and Latin literature, ancient history, philosophy, and archaeology. This degree offers students an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to the study of the classical world. Students also have access to the Eton Myers Collection of Egyptian art and can study languages such as ancient Greek and Latin.Course Content: The Classics degree offers students a broad overview of the classical world, including its literature, history, philosophy, and archaeology. Special emphasis is placed on the study of Greek and Latin text. Students are also presented with the opportunity to study various languages and to have hands-on experience with the Eton Myers Collection of Egyptian art.Key Modules: The key modules of this course include 'Classical literature', 'Archaeology', 'Intensive Greek for beginners', 'The Greek World', and 'Life in the Roman Empire'.Accreditations: While the course does not explicitly mention any accreditations, it is taught by a team of internationally-recognized scholars, ensuring a high level of academic rigour and excellence. Future Careers: The course does not provide specific career pathways, however, a degree in Classics sets the stage for a wide range of careers due to the versatile skills developed, including critical and analytical thinking, research, and communication skills. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.