Classics BA (Hons)

Program Overview

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Course overview

Study the Greeks and Romans and the languages in which they thought and wrote, whether you are a beginner or already studying Greek or Latin. In the language modules, your language skills and literary awareness will be developed through a wide range of texts (in poetry and prose) from the Graeco-Roman world.

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Introduction

The degree allows you to study the society and culture of antiquity, including its literature, art, history and archaeology. If you have no previous experience of either Greek or Latin, the introductory level modules are designed to move you towards reading texts in their original languages as swiftly as possible. The more advanced modules allow for in-depth study of a wide variety of authors. You will have the advantage of expert tuition, often in very small groups, and the opportunity to develop specialist interests. Classics students also acquire the critical skills necessary for the interpretation of written evidence, to understand methodological issues and contemporary theories relevant to the study of ancient languages and societies.

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What you'll learn

Ability to read and analyse ancient texts in their original language

A systematic understanding of the literature of the Greek and Roman worlds, and through it, aspects of society, politics and history

Development of critical skills required in the interpretation of a range of literary and documentary evidence in studying the Graeco-Roman worlds

A grounding in a wide range of critical theories, concepts and perspectives currently in use across the humanities

Development of linguistic competence in Ancient Greek and Latin languages

Opportunity to undertake a work placement

Program Outline

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Careers and employability

The skills learnt on a Classics degree offer a wide range of possibilities. Graduates of this programme which combines a range of analytical skills can expect to have good access to careers in industry, commerce, finance, education and public service. The programme will also prepare students for postgraduate study or further training.

88%

of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology students go on to work or further study within 15 months of graduation.

Graduate Outcomes, 2018-19.

Recent employers include:

The National Trust

English Heritage

Civil Service

Archaeology South East

Police Service

Apple

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Preparing you for future success

At Liverpool, our goal is to support you to build your intellectual, social, and cultural capital so that you graduate as a socially-conscious global citizen who is prepared for future success. We achieve this by:

Embedding employability within your , through the modules you take and the opportunities to gain real-world experience offered by many of our courses.

Providing you with opportunities to gain experience and develop connections with people and organisations, including student and graduate employers as well as our global alumni.

Providing you with the latest tools and skills to thrive in a competitive world, including access to Handshake, a platform which allows you to create your personalised job shortlist and apply with ease.

Supporting you through our peer-to-peer led Careers Studio, where our career coaches provide you with tailored advice and support.