Classics and Ancient History
Our Degrees
For more detailed information on our degrees see
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/classics/applying/undergraduate/
Ancient History and Classical Archaeology (VV14)
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A three-year degree which focuses on the history and material culture of the ancient
world.
The first year comprises Greek Culture and Society, Roman Culture and Society,
Introduction to Greek and Roman History, and either Latin or Greek at appropriate
level. The second year has one core module, The Hellenistic World, which you take
alongside three other modules of your choice. In the third year, you write a
dissertation and choose three other modules.
No A-level subject requirements.
This degree is also available as a Study in Europe option (VV 18)
I applied to study Ancient History and Classical Archaeology at Warwick because the course offers a
unique interplay of literary, historical and archaeological evidence. I've been able to study a wide range
of modules, evidence and subjects, and I even managed to get the department to run a module because I
asked for it, something any student can do here. The staff and society are friendly and helpful and are
always around, so having a chat with someone about any problem is easy. But mostly, it's fun; I'm doing
a degree I really enjoy!
- Mike, 3rd year, Ancient History and Classical Archaeology
Classical Civilisation (Q820)
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A three-year degree which offers broad study of the culture and society of the
ancient world.
First-year modules are Greek Culture and Society, Roman Culture and Society, a
classical language (either Latin or Greek) and another module such as Introduction to
Greek and Roman History or an introductory philosophy module. In the second year
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there is one core module, The Hellenistic World, and then you are free to choose
three other modules. In the third year one module is a dissertation, which is
accompanied by three other modules of your choice.
No A-level subject requirements.
This degree is also available as a Study in Europe option (Q821)
I am just about to complete my third year of my Classical Civilisation degree. I have thoroughly enjoyed
my time at Warwick as the department was superb and I couldn't have asked for more from the
university. All lecturers are very supportive and friendly. I was also heavily involved with the Classics
society, which always guaranteed a lot of fun!
I could not fault my time here, all I wish is that I could stay on for longer!
- Stef, 3rd Year, Classical Civilisation.
Classical Civilisation with Philosophy (Q8V5)
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A three-year degree that combines the study of the ancient world with philosophy.
Your first year comprises the modules Greek Culture and Society, Roman Culture and
Society, introductory philosophy, and either Latin or Greek at appropriate level. Core
second-year modules are The Hellenistic World and History of Modern Philosophy.
You can choose two other modules as well – our modules are listed at the end of
this booklet, and Philosophy modules include Epistemology and Metaphysics and
Post-Kantian Continental Philosophy. In your third year you choose three other
modules and write a dissertation.
No A-level subject requirements.
I was interested in Philosophy but what attracted me to Warwick was the fact that they offered the chance to
study Classics alongside it. The two courses mix well together, and the modules available in each
complemented each other very well. For example, ancient philosophy combines the two disciplines, and the
Latin and Greek language modules enable one to examine these texts in their original language. What I
enjoyed most was the variety of modules on offer when studying two subjects….I believe that choosing
Philosophy with Classical Civilisation gave me a much more widely encompassing education and provided me
with greater opportunities than if I had chosen either one individually.
-Sofia, Graduated 2012, Classical Civilisation with Philosophy
Classics (Q800)
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A three-year degree with a focus on the language and literature of the ancient world
(Greek and Latin).
You study Latin and Greek according to your level, and you can choose additional
modules, where you study set texts in the original language.
Students take Greek Culture and Society, Roman Culture and Society, as well as Greek
and Latin at an appropriate level in the first year, and continue with languages along
with a selection of modules in the second year. In the third year, one of the modules
is a dissertation, which is taken along with three other modules.
Requires Latin or Ancient Greek at A-level.
Classics is also available as a Study in Europe Option (either with a focus on Latin, Q802, or
a focus on ancient Greek, Q801)
I opted for a Q800 Classics degree at Warwick having focused on Latin and Greek at secondary school. What
however has been fantastic is that despite coming from a language only perspective on the ancient world,
Warwick has allowed me to explore all sorts of avenues from ancient history to art to coins; the
opportunities are endless. Since arriving at Warwick, my Latin and Greek has advanced significantly through
a fast-paced exposure of a wide variety of texts and genres but alongside this, I have had the chance to
swerve away from the grammar books and get stuck into real history! I was initially concerned about
studying the Ancient History aspect, having done nothing but language before, however my mind was put at
ease as the first year modules are excellent at bringing everyone up to the same level, offering a
comprehensive introduction to Greek and Roman culture. The department is uniquely small enough for
everyone to know each other (including lecturers), and there is a real sense of community and shared
interest amongst us.
-Callum, 3nd year, Classics
Latin and English Literature (QQ36)
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A three-year degree that combines Latin and English.
The first year comprises the modules Roman Culture and Society, Latin Literary Texts,
The Epic Tradition and either Medieval to Renaissance English Literature or Modes of
Reading. Then you take four modules in the second and the third years, including
two core modules: Romantic and Victorian Poetry, and Shakespeare and Selected
Dramatists of his Time. In the third year, you may choose to write a dissertation as a
module.
Requires A-level English literature and Latin.
I chose my degree because I always loved both English and Latin in school, and when it came to choosing
what to study at uni, I couldn't decide! So I ended up doing both in a joint honours degree. I've found doing
the two subjects together really helpful because there has been an overlap of topics between certain
modules, meaning that I have understood certain texts such as the Aeneid and the Odyssey better than I
would if I had only encountered them in one module.
-Jessica, 2nd year, English and Latin Literature
Study in Europe Options
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A four-year degree that combines the study of Classics and Ancient History with Italian.
During years 1 and 2, you learn Italian language at Warwick in the Italian language
department as one of your modules alongside modules in Department of Classics and
Ancient history.
In the third year you travel to Italy to study at one of our partner universities at Venice,
Bologna, or Rome. There you study modules on the classical world provided by the Italian
university. Your study in Italy will count towards a portion of your overall degree grade.
In the fourth year you return to Warwick to take 4 modules in the Department of Classics
and Ancient History, one of which is a dissertation.
Requires an A-level in an ancient or modern language, or evidence of ability to learn Italian.
The Classics options require an A-level in Latin or Ancient Greek
The overall module choice is similar to the degrees given above, with some changes due to
the focus on learning Italian in the first two years of your degree. The main differences are
outlined below.
Students on any of the Study in Europe degrees must attain an overall 2.1 mark (60-69) in
their 1st year exams to be allowed to continue on their Study in Europe degree. Students on
any of the Study in Europe degrees in their 2nd year must attain an overall 2.1 mark (60-69)
and a 2.1 in Italian modules to be allowed to go on their Erasmus year. If at either of these
two points, a student fails to attain an overall 2.1 mark, they will revert to the standard form
of their degree (ie Classics, Classical Civilisation, Ancient history and Classical Archaeology)
and not be allowed to take the Erasmus year abroad.
Ancient History and Classical Archaeology with Study in Europe (VV 18): In your first year you take
Italian, Introduction to Greek and Roman History, and choose between Greek or Latin at an
appropriate level, and Greek Culture and Society or Roman Culture and Society. In your second year
you take The Hellenistic World, Italian, and two other modules of your choice. Your third year is
spent at the Universities of Venice, Bologna or Rome. In your fourth year, you offer a dissertation
and 3 other modules.
Classical Civilisation with Study in Europe (Q821): In your first year you take Greek Culture and
Society, Roman Culture and Society, and Latin and Italian at appropriate level. In your second year
you take The Hellenistic World, Italian, and two other modules of your choice. Your third year is
spent at the Universities of Venice, Bologna or Rome. In your fourth year, you offer a dissertation
and 3 other modules.
Classics (Ancient Greek) with Study in Europe (Q801): In your first year you take Greek Culture and
Society, Greek Literary Texts, an Italian language module at an appropriate level and Roman Culture
and Society. In your second year you take an Italian language module, a Greek-text module, and two
other modules of your choice. Your third year is spent at the Universities of Venice, Bologna, or
Rome. In your fourth year, you offer a dissertation, take one Greek text module, and two others.
Classics (Latin) with Study in Europe (Q802): In your first year you take Roman Culture and Society,
Latin Literary Texts, an Italian language module at an appropriate level and Greek Culture and
Society. In your second year you take an Italian language module, a Latin-text module, and two other
modules of your choice. Your third year is spent at the Universities of Venice, Bologna, or Rome. In
your fourth year, you offer a dissertation, take one Latin text module, and two others.
'The opportunity to study Classics whilst simultaneously being immersed in Italian culture is a fantastic
opportunity - not only do you end up with a thorough knowledge of your subject, but also a passion for
travel, languages and multiculturalism. Ancient and modern - it's literally the best of both worlds!'
-Katie, 4th year, Classical Civilisation with Study in Europe
Liberal Arts (Classics Pathway) (LA99)
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A three-year liberal arts degree with a Classics pathway. Disciplinary Pathway or
Specialist Interest is declared towards the end of the first year
The third year may be spent abroad studying at a partner institution in Europe, U.S.
Asia or Australia. In this case, the course becomes four years
The first year comprises the modules Liberal Arts: Principles and Praxis, Research
Methods, Art and Revolution, Science, Society and the Media as well as a choice
between Greek Culture and Society or Roman Culture and Society.
In your second and third years you take a variety of modules from Liberal Arts and
Classics. Compulsory modules are Consumption, Sustainability, Assessment in Public
Facing Forum, The Hellenistic World, and Latin or Greek language. In your third year
you write a dissertation.
Requires a B in Maths and English at GCSE, and an AAB at A-level.
For more information contact the team at liberalarts@warwick.ac.uk
Still got questions?
Don’t hesitate to get in contact with us. Our admissions officer is Michael Scott
(M.C.Scott@warwick.ac.uk), or you can find us on Facebook (University of Warwick
Department of Classics and Ancient History).
Our modules
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Greek Culture and Society
Roman Culture and Society
Greek Language
Latin Language
Introduction to Greek and Roman
History
The Hellenistic World
City of Rome
Democracy and Imperialism (Greektext option)
Food and Drink in the Ancient
Mediterranean
Greek and Roman Medicine (Greektext option)
Receptions of Antiquity: East and
West
The Roman Economy
The Roman Empire from Tiberius to
Hadrian (Latin-text option)
The Roman Empire from Antoninus
Pius to Constantine
The Transformation of Roman Society
under Augustus (Latin-text option)
Greek Religion
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Principles and Methods of Classical
Archaeology
The Roman Near East
Epic and Epyllion (Latin-text option)
The Ancient World in Film and
Popular Culture
Latin Humanism (Latin-text option)
Classical Views of Literature and the
Visual Arts (Latin-text option)
Greek Comedy (Greek-text option)
Greek Tragedy (Greek-text option)
Origins of the Modern Novel (Latintext option)
Politics and Poetics in Greek and Latin
Literature (Greek- and Latin-text
option)
Sexuality and Gender in Antiquity
(Greek-text option)
Greek Language and Literature
Greek Literary Texts
Latin Language and Literature
Latin Literary Texts
Art and Architecture of Asia Minor
Coinage of Greece and Rome
Domestic Space in the Roman World
For modules that are listed as Greek/Latin text options, students of appropriate level have the
option of studying set texts in the original, in classes that run in addition to the lectures and
seminars.
In order to offer the greatest variety our modules run on a cycle, so not all modules run every year.
For more information on individual modules follow the links at
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/classics/students/modules/
Students also have the option of taking an interdisciplinary module or a module outside the
department in second and third years. For more information on interdisciplinary modules see
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/cross_fac/iatl/activities/modules/ugmodules/