Classical Studies with Philosophy BA at Royal Holloway, University of London

By combining Classical Studies (75% of your course) with Philosophy (25%) you'll have the opportunity to study many aspects of Greece and Rome in the Classical period as the major element of your degree alongside ancient and modern philosophy. With roots of the subject anchored in the ancient world, Philosophy makes an ideal partner for classical subjects.

Department: Classics  |  Duration: 3 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Year 1: Studying Classical Antiquity, Introduction to Modern Philosophy, Introduction to Ancient Philosophy; Year 3: Extended Essay (Dissertation). Optional modules: Year 1: Introduction to Logic, Mind and Consciousness, Introduction to Aesthetics and Morals, Introduction to Ancient Philosophy; Beginner’s Greek, Intermediate Greek, Greek Language and Reading, Beginner's Latin, Intermediate Latin and others; Year 2: Aspects of Modern Greek Language and Culture, Intensive Latin, Hellenistic Epic: Apollonius of Rhodes, Imperial Greek Poetry: Epic & Epigram, Homer (in Greek) and others; Year 3: Hellenistic Epic: Apollonius of Rhodes, Imperial Greek Poetry: Epic & Epigram, Homer (in Greek), The Tragedy of Euripides, Greek Dramatic Texts II (Comedy) and others.

Career pathways

Our degree courses not only promote academic achievement but also the means to hone the life-skills necessary to excel, post-graduation. Studying a Classical subject requires research, assessment, reasoning, organization and self-management often on your own or as part of a team.

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