Classics
Overview
Discover our range of Classics modules for 2020-21 (Please note: these modules reflect revisions following the University’s Education Resilience Framework in response to Covid-19)
This subject offers an introduction to the literature and civilization of the ancient world in Stage 1, followed in Stages 2 and 3 by a wide range of options covering literature, culture, philosophy, and Greek and Roman art and architecture.
Ancient History and Classical Culture are studied entirely in translation.
In addition, for those wishing to learn (or continue to learn) Latin and Greek we provide language modules for all levels from beginners onwards.
Find out about modules available for:
The range of modules offered may change each academic year.
Further information
For further information about this subject, including any pre-requisites, visit the Classics subject page.
You can also contact your Subject Adviser.
Stage 1
Find out about Classics and Ancient History modules for Stage 1.
Students study either 40 or 60 credits from the list below in Stage 1.
Select the module code for specific module information including the module summary and aims, knowledge and skills you'll gain, and the module leader.
Module Code | Module Title | Credit Value | Semester |
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CAC1012 | Greek and Roman Art and Archaeology | 20 | 1 |
CAC1013 | Life and Literature in the Roman Republic | 20 | 2 |
CAC1014 | Tragedy, Comedy & History: The World of Greek Literature | 20 | 1 |
CAC1015 | How Should I Live? Introduction to Ancient Moral Philosophy | 20 | 2 |
CAH1012 | West meets East: Greek History and Society, 776-200 BC | 20 | 2 |
CAH1014 | The Roman world from Romulus to Heraclitus: history and culture from 753 BC to AD 641 | 20 | 1 |
Students interested in studying Greek or Latin should see our Greek and Latin pathways on the tab above.
Stage 2
Find out about Classics and Ancient History modules for Stage 2.
Students study either 40, 60 or 80 credits from the list below in Stage 2.
Select the module code for specific module information including the module summary and aims, knowledge and skills you'll gain, and the module leader.
Module Code | Module Title | Credit Value | Semester |
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CAC2001 | Researching the Classics | 20 | 1&2 |
CAC2037 | The Classical Inheritance in Western Culture | 20 | 1&2 |
CAC2050 | History, Literature and Truth: The Case of Ancient Historians | 20 | 1 |
CAC2057 | Greek and Roman Music | 20 | 1 |
CAC2062 | Death and Dismemberment: Literature in the Age of Nero | 20 | 2 |
CAH2006 | Hellenistic Empires from Alexander to Cleopatra | 20 | 1 |
CAH2007 | Caesar's Gift: Rome under the Emperors | 20 | 2 |
CAH2009 | Portfolio in Ancient History I: Commentaries (Note: This is the pre-requisite for the Ancient History Dissertation at Stage 3) | 20 | 2 |
CAH2020 | Greek and Roman Religions | 20 | 1 |
CAH2061 | Slavery in Greco-Roman antiquity | 20 | 2 |
CAH2208 | Issues in Ancient History | 20 | 1 |
Stage 3
Find out about Classics and Ancient History modules for Stage 3.
Students study either 40, 60 or 80 credits from the list below in Stage 3.
Select the module code for specific module information including the module summary and aims, knowledge and skills you'll gain, and the module leader.
Module Code | Module Title | Credit Value | Semester |
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CAC3000 | Dissertation | 40 | 1&2 |
CAC3037* | The Classical Inheritance in Western Culture (Note: The same as CAC2037) | 20 | 1&2 |
CAC3050* | History, Literature and Truth: The Case of Ancient Historians (Note: The same as CAC2050) | 20 | 1 |
CAC3057* | Greek and Roman Music (Note: The same as CAC2057) | 20 | 1 |
CAC3062 | Death and Dismemberment: Literature in the Age of Nero (Note: same module as CAC2062) | 20 | 2 |
CAH3000 | Portfolio in Ancient History II: Dissertation | 40 | 1&2 |
CAH3005 | City of Athens: Power, Society and Culture | 20 | 1 |
CAH3025 | Celluloid History II | 20 | 1 |
CAH3033 | The Fall of the Roman Republic | 20 | 2 |
CAH3035 | The World of Herodotus | 20 | 2 |
CAH3036 | Roman Egypt |
20 | 2 |
* Modules marked with an asterisk are available to students at both Stage 2 and Stage 3.
Greek & Latin
Learning either Greek or Latin requires devoting 40 credits worth of modules to the language each year in modules spread over both semesters.
Greek and Latin is taught in four pathways. Students taking Classical language modules shall follow pathway A or B or C or D, depending on their level at entry (to be determined by the Degree Programme Director for Classics, in consultation with the student).
A) Intermediate level at Stage 1
B) Beginners’ level at Stage 1
C) Beginners’ level at Stage 2
D) Beginners’ level at Stage 3
An exemption from the University's Qualification and Credit Framework has been granted to allow the study of Beginners’ and Intermediate Latin and Greek at any stage.
Greek Language
Greek Pathway
A | B | C | D | |
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Stage 1 | CAG1011 | CAG1001 | ||
CAG1012 | CAG1002 | |||
Stage 2 | CAG2001 | CAG1011 | CAG1001 | |
CAG2002 | CAG1012 | CAG1002 | ||
Stage 3 | CAG3001 | CAG2001 | CAG1011 |
CAG1001 |
CAG3002 | CAG3002 | CAG1012 |
CAG1002 |
Greek modules
Module Code | Module Title | Credit Value | Semester |
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CAG1001 | Beginners’ Greek in Action 1 | 20 | 1 |
CAG1002 | Beginners’ Greek in Action 2 | 20 | 2 |
CAG1011 | Intermediate Greek Language and Literature 1 | 20 | 1 |
CAG1012 | Intermediate Greek Language and Literature 2 | 20 | 2 |
CAG2001 | Level 2 Greek: Interpretation of Texts | 20 | 1 |
CAG2002 | Special Study in Greek Stage 2 | 20 | 2 |
CAG3001 | Level 3 Greek: Interpretation of Texts | 20 | 1 |
CAG3002 | Level 2/3 Greek: Special Study Stage 3 | 20 | 2 |
Latin Language
Latin Pathway
A | B | C | D | |
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Stage 1 | CLA1011 | CLA1001 | ||
CLA1012 | CLA1002 | |||
Stage 2 | CLA2001 | CLA1011 | CLA1001 | |
CLA2002 | CLA1012 | CLA1002 | ||
Stage 3 | CLA3001 | CLA2001 | CLA1011 | CLA1001 |
CLA3002 | CLA3002 | CLA1012 | CLA1002 |
Latin Modules
Module Code | Module Title | Credit Value | Semester |
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CLA1001 | Beginners’ Latin in Action 1 | 20 | 1 |
CLA1002 | Beginners’ Latin in Action 2 | 20 | 2 |
CLA1011 | Intermediate Latin Language and Literature 1 | 20 | 1 |
CLA1012 | Intermediate Latin Language and Literature 2 | 20 | 2 |
CLA2001 | Level 2 Latin: Interpretation of Texts | 20 | 1 |
CLA2002 | Level 2 Latin: Special Study Stage 2 | 20 | 2 |
CLA3001 | Level 3 Latin: Interpretation of Texts | 20 | 1 |
CLA3002 | Level 2/3 Latin: Special Study Stage 3 | 20 | 2 |
Those doing 60 or 80 credits in Classics can supplement the language with any selection of the non-language Ancient History or Classical Culture modules.