The classical studies certificate is 15 credits and allows students to explore the literature, civilization, and culture of the ancient world. Students choose from a wide-variety of courses, including everything from CLASSICS 150 Ancient Greek and Roman Monsters to CLASSICS 308 Sex and Violence in the Ancient Near East. Students will also find offerings in art, architecture, archaeology, gender studies, history, literature, philosophy, and politics. Plus, we count language courses, too! Latin and ancient Greek are regularly offered and provide the foundation for modern English vocabulary, giving context and insight into the history of the words we use today. Class sizes are small, making the experience more personal and creating opportunities for meaningful learning outcomes.
This combination of flexibility and variety are special features making the certificate attractive to students, allowing students the ability to explore their individual interests on the way to developing a more comprehensive understanding of the ancient world.
Finally, in addition to completing requirements for the certificate, many of the courses fulfill General Education requirements, such as Communications Part B, and Breadth requirements, such as Humanities and Literature.
How to Get in
Declaring the classical studies certificate is as easy as meeting with the CANES advisor. Make an appointment using Starfish.
Please note: Classical humanities majors are not allowed to declare the certificate.
Requirements
The certificate is 15 credits comprised of the following:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Intermediate/Advanced Literature and Culture | 9 | |
| The Art and Archaeology of Ancient Greece | ||
| The Art and Archaeology of Ancient Rome | ||
| Sex and Violence in the Ancient Near East | ||
| Africana Approaches to Biblical Interpretation | ||
| The Greeks | ||
| The Egyptians: History, Society, and Literature | ||
| The Romans | ||
| Prophets of the Bible | ||
| King David in History and Tradition | ||
| Conspiracy in the Ancient and Modern Worlds | ||
| Jewish Literature of the Greco-Roman Period | ||
| Women and Gender in the Classical World | ||
| Sex and Power in Greece and Rome | ||
| Topics in Greek Culture | ||
| Topics in Roman Culture | ||
| Topics in Classical Culture | ||
| Ancient Texts, Modern Contexts | ||
| Topics in Classical Archaeology | ||
| Biblical Archaeology | ||
| Greeks, Romans and the Natural Environment | ||
| Religions of the Ancient Mediterranean | ||
| Palmyra and the Palmyrenes | ||
| Undergraduate Seminar: Approaches to the Classical World | ||
| Directed Reading | ||
| Third Semester Ancient Greek | ||
| Fourth Semester Ancient Greek | ||
| Intermediate Biblical Hebrew, I | ||
| Intermediate Biblical Hebrew, II | ||
| Third Semester Latin | ||
| Fourth Semester Latin | ||
| Readings in Latin Literature | ||
| Myths, Loves, and Lives in Greek Vases | ||
| Greek Sculpture | ||
| The Art and Archaeology of Ancient Rome | ||
| Cities and Sanctuaries of Ancient Greece | ||
| Proseminar in Ancient Art | ||
| A History of Greek Civilization | ||
| A History of Rome | ||
| Ancient and Medieval Science | ||
| History of Ancient Philosophy | ||
| Classical Philosophers | ||
| Literature and Culture Electives | 6 | |
| Legacy of Greece and Rome in Modern Culture | ||
| The Ancient Mediterranean | ||
| Ancient Greek and Roman Monsters | ||
| Greek and Latin Origins of Medical Terms | ||
| Classical Influences on Western Art and Science | ||
| Introduction to Biblical Literature (in English) | ||
| Introduction to Biblical Archaeology | ||
| Classical Mythology | ||
| First Semester Ancient Greek | ||
| Second Semester Ancient Greek | ||
| Elementary Biblical Hebrew, I | ||
| Elementary Biblical Hebrew, II | ||
| Intensive Elementary Biblical Hebrew | ||
| Second Semester Latin | ||
| First Semester Latin | ||
| Elementary Intensive Latin | ||
| Ancient Animals and Peoples | ||
| History of Western Art I: From Pyramids to Cathedrals | ||
| The World of Late Antiquity (200-900 C.E.) | ||
| Western Intellectual and Religious History to 1500 | ||
| Explorations in European History (H) | ||
| Western Culture: Literature and the Arts I | ||
| Western Culture: Political, Economic, and Social Thought I | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
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Courses taken Pass/Fail do not count in the certificate.
Residence and Quality of Work
- Minimum 2.000 GPA in all courses approved for the certificate
- At least 8 credits in the certificate, taken in residence
Certificate Completion Requirement
This undergraduate certificate must be completed concurrently with the student’s undergraduate degree. Students cannot delay degree completion to complete the certificate.
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of ancient Greek, Roman, and Near Eastern societies and cultures.
- Demonstrate competence in the critical methodologies of textual and material analysis with a view to social and cultural interpretation.
- Compare and critique ancient Greek, Roman, and Near Eastern societies and cultures to demonstrate intercultural competence and ethical reasoning.
Advising and Careers
If you like to plan, seeing your advisor is very important; it can make the difference between fitting in Ancient Greek and Roman Monsters and Sex and Violence in the Ancient Near East before you graduate. Many students also try to complete more than one major or certificate, and discussing how you might be able to reach this goal is another primary role of your major advisor. Advisors can speak to you about course content, which courses fit best with your interest areas, and what kinds of courses might work best with your learning style. Any and all of these discussions can occur during your advising appointment.
In addition to discussing the major, advisors know a lot about:
- General Education requirements
- Breadth requirements
- Interpreting university policies and deadlines
- Connecting majors to careers
- Getting involved with campus organizations
- Finding volunteer and/or internship opportunities
- Talking about your challenges and difficulties
- Connecting with tutors
- Choosing a study abroad program
- Practicing for interviews
- Talking about graduate school
- Proofreading résumés and cover letters
Overall, you will have a wide variety of skills and talents to start you on the path to a rewarding career! Visit our Alumni page and our Career and Skill Development page for more information.
People
Please visit the Classical and Ancient Near Eastern Studies website for a complete list of faculty, instructional, and academic staff.