Program Overview

Altertumswissenschaften

Overview of Altertumswissenschaften

The study of Altertumswissenschaften involves the exploration of the entire Greek-Roman Mediterranean region, from its beginnings to the late antiquity. This field combines linguistic and literary scientific approaches with historical, archaeological, philosophical, religious scientific, and other interpretive approaches. The core area focuses on Greek and Roman culture in all its aspects, supplemented by neighboring cultures of the Mediterranean region, such as Egyptian and Near Eastern cultures.

Objectives and Structure

The interdisciplinary minor in Altertumswissenschaften is ideal for combination with a major that includes Altertumswissenschaften content but can also be studied in conjunction with all other UZH study programs. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the ancient cultures of the Mediterranean region, including their languages, literatures, histories, and philosophical and religious backgrounds.

What You Will Learn

The minor in Altertumswissenschaften offers free access to a variety of Altertumswissenschaften modules at UZH, particularly from archaeology, ancient history, and Greek and Latin philology. The program's objectives include building an individual language portfolio (e.g., Graecum, Latinum, or Classical Egyptian) and acquiring knowledge of the most important methods for the interdisciplinary study of ancient Mediterranean cultures. The program promotes intercultural competence through the comparison of antiquity and modernity, as well as the courage to think outside the box.

Career Opportunities

The study of Altertumswissenschaften enables students to better understand the present and the future by reflecting on culture, history, and society in the past. This understanding can be applied to various fields, including education, research, and cultural management.

Program Details

• Program Name: Altertumswissenschaften
• Degree Level: Minor
• Field of Study: Humanities, Social Sciences
• Language of Instruction: German
• Duration: Variable, depending on the student's course load and academic background
• Credit Points: Variable, depending on the student's course selection
• Program Structure: Interdisciplinary, with a focus on archaeology, ancient history, and Greek and Latin philology
• Career Prospects: Education, research, cultural management, and other fields related to the humanities and social sciences

Additional Information

• Program Overview: The minor in Altertumswissenschaften provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the ancient cultures of the Mediterranean region.
• Admission Requirements: Variable, depending on the student's academic background and language proficiency
• Tuition Fees: Variable, depending on the student's nationality and residency status
• Research Areas: Archaeology, ancient history, Greek and Latin philology, and other related fields
• Faculty and Institutes: The program is offered by the University of Zurich's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.