BA Classics at University of Manchester

Explore the language, literature and culture of the Greek and Roman worlds in this richly varied course. Explore the literature, culture, and history of the Greek and Roman worlds. You will also take specialist courses in ancient literature, history, religion, philosophy, art, Egyptology, or archaeology. Study the legacy of the ancient world and uncover its impact on modern culture.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Arts, Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will begin your study of Latin and/or Greek at the appropriate level for you. Alongside your language units, you will take course units in Greek literature (such as Homer's Odyssey), Latin literature (such as Virgil's Aeneid), and either Greek or Roman history (such as Archaic Greece; The Roman Republic), or both.

Career pathways

Build Skills Employers Value A degree in Classical Studies from the University of Manchester develops the analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills employers look for. You’ll learn to think critically, interpret complex information, and express ideas with clarity and confidence.

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