University of Wales Trinity Saint David, the United Kingdom
University of Wales Trinity Saint DavidThe award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
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BA | Full-time | 3 years | find out | GBP 9000 per year | GBP 14900 per year |
Course Overview
The major part of the programme in Classical Studies, will offer students the opportunity to explore their interest in the cultures, literatures and languages of the ancient world, then this is the programme for you. A degree in Classical Studies gives you the opportunity to study a wide range of modules from mythology to religion and all genres of ancient literature, such as epic, tragedy, comedy and satire.
Modules exploring the influence of the ancient world on modern popular culture, such as film and literature, are also available. Study of ancient language is an option but not compulsory. In the first year, modules can be taken on a wide range of periods and themes; in the second and third years, the School offers specialised modules on all aspects of Greco-Roman literature and culture so that you can gain in-depth knowledge in areas of particular interest to you.
The minor part of your degree, Greek , will provide you with the skills to explore first-hand the culture that shaped the Western world. The Greeks were the primary influence on Western literature, architecture, art, science and medicine. Through the study of original texts, you will be able to access a wealth of material to help you expand your knowledge of both the language itself and all aspects of Greek culture. You can start your study of ancient Greek at any level, including beginners, and you will continue with it throughout your degree.
Key Features
A degree in Classical Studies with Greek gives you the opportunity to study a wide range of modules from mythology to religion and all genres of ancient literature, such as epic, tragedy, comedy and satire. Modules exploring the influence of the ancient world on modern popular culture, such as film and literature, are also available. Study of ancient language is an option but not compulsory.
In the first year, modules can be taken on a wide range of periods and themes; in the second and third years, the School offers specialised modules on all aspects of Greco-Roman literature and culture so that you can gain in-depth knowledge in areas of particular interest to you.
Options are also available to study selected modules in the wider Faculty of Humanities, for example in Theology, Chinese History, English and Philosophy.
All students have the opportunity to pursue their own interests and conduct their own research in the second-year independent project and the third-year dissertation.
The School is proud of the wide range of assessment methods used on the course, such as essays, gobbets, slide presentations, examinations and bibliographic exercises, so that the assessment reflects the student's performance as a whole.
There is a strong sense of community amongst our students and staff, where you will always be part of the vibrant Classics family.
The classes are always friendly and never intimidating, allowing staff to get to know you on a first name basis. The school supports very active student-led Classics and Ancient Civilisations societies, which have organised movie nights and theatre trips and put on plays themselves.
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Entry Criteria
Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
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