Program Overview

Program Overview

The BA Program in the Archaeology, History, and Literature of Ancient Greece offers a wide-ranging degree devoted to Classical Greek culture. Students have the opportunity to study the archaeological monuments and the history of Greece. They familiarize themselves with the ancient Greek and Latin languages through the systematic examination of important ancient texts. The curriculum includes a number of classes in Modern Greek, offered free of charge to all students during the first year of their studies.

Curriculum

The interdisciplinary nature of the program allows students to think both critically and imaginatively, write well-structured essays, as well as interpret complex sets of data.

On-site Instruction

All archaeology classes include field trips to archaeological sites and museums within Athens and its environs; in addition, students are expected to participate in a series of longer field trips around Greece, including the Peloponnese, Central Greece, and the island of Crete. Students are also welcome to attend, on a voluntary basis and subject to their academic schedule, the Departmental Archaeological Excavation at Marathon.

Eligibility

The program is available to international citizens and is suitable for high school graduates with an interest in the ancient world and its cultural and intellectual achievements; also, for anybody who wishes to acquire a broad liberal education with emphasis on original and avant-garde thinking.

Program Structure

The four years are divided into eight semesters. The first year offers a number of foundation courses in the history and culture of ancient Greece, as well as an introduction to the methodology of the respective academic fields of archaeology, history, and philology. The second and third years are devoted to the systematic study of ancient Greece, while the fourth year offers an array of specialized courses and seminars.

Program Details

• The program provides a comprehensive education in the archaeology, history, and literature of ancient Greece.
  • Students study archaeological monuments and the history of Greece.
  • They examine ancient Greek and Latin languages through important texts.
  • Modern Greek classes are included in the curriculum.
• The program includes on-site instruction through field trips to archaeological sites and museums.
  • Students participate in longer field trips around Greece.
  • Voluntary participation in the Departmental Archaeological Excavation at Marathon is available.
• The program is open to international citizens and high school graduates interested in the ancient world.
  • It is also suitable for those seeking a broad liberal education with emphasis on original thinking.