Minor in Classical Studies
About This Program
The Minor in Classical Studies aims to help students expand the depth and scope of their knowledge of ancient cultures and learn about different approaches to them. It will be of particular interest to those students majoring in anthropology, art, art history, history, modern languages, music, philosophy, political science, or theatre arts. In addition to these majors, students who intend to pursue graduate or professional studies in medicine, the law, art, classics, Biblical studies, ancient Near Eastern studies, or medieval studies will find a Minor in Classical Studies to their advantage.
Competencies
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of Classical history and mythology.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of the other disciplines (art, archaeology, literature, language, philosophy) that are emphasized in the student's selected minor option.
Curriculum
Students may receive a minor in Classical Studies by taking 18-20 credit hours from a selection of courses offered across several disciplines. Students seeking a minor in Classical Studies should first consult with advisors in their departments or programs for approval of the minor, then with the Director of Classical Studies. Students may combine courses in Classical Studies in various ways to comprise the following three minor options.
| Select one of the following options: | 18-20 | |
| OPTION 1: LATIN LANGUAGE | 20 | |
| LATIN LEVEL I | ||
| LATIN LEVEL II | ||
| LATIN LEVEL III | ||
| LATIN LEVEL IV | ||
| TOPICS IN LATIN LITERATURE | ||
| CONFERENCE COURSE | ||
| OPTION 2: CLASSICAL CIVILIZATION | 20 | |
| GREEK LEVEL I | ||
or LATN 1441 | LATIN LEVEL I | |
| GREEK LEVEL II | ||
or LATN 1442 | LATIN LEVEL II | |
| Select four of the following to include at least 6 hours at 3000/4000 level: | ||
| GREEK LEVEL I (if requirement above is met by LATN 1441) | ||
| GREEK LEVEL II (if requirement above is met by LATN 1442) | ||
| LATIN LEVEL I (if requirement above is met by GREK 1441) | ||
| LATIN LEVEL II (if requirement above is met by GREK 1442) | ||
| LATIN LEVEL III | ||
| LATIN LEVEL IV | ||
| TOPICS IN LATIN LITERATURE | ||
| CONFERENCE COURSE | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY | ||
| THE CLASSICAL ROOTS OF ENGLISH VOCABULARY | ||
| WOMEN IN THE ANCIENT WORLD | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO GREEK CIVILIZATION | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO ROMAN CIVILIZATION | ||
| TOPICS IN CLASSICAL STUDIES | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGY | ||
| ARCHAEOLOGY OF THE PREHISTORIC AEGEAN | ||
| ARCHAEOLOGY OF GREECE | ||
| ARCHAEOLOGY OF THE ANCIENT NEAR EAST | ||
| ARCHAEOLOGY OF EGYPT | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO ART HISTORY I: PREHISTORIC THROUGH 16TH CENTURY | ||
| ART OF ANTIQUITY | ||
| HISTORY OF ANCIENT SPORT | ||
| HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY: ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY | ||
| HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY: ROMAN AND MEDIEVAL PHILOSOPHY | ||
| TOPICS IN ANCIENT GREEK PHILOSOPHY | ||
| OPTION 3: ANCIENT STUDIES | 18 | |
| Select 18 hours from the above listed courses with at least 6 hours at the 3000/4000 level | ||
| Total Hours | 18-20 | |
Advising Resources
Students should meet with their advisor prior to enrolling in classes every semester. Walk in advising sessions are available during posted office hours. Emailing the advising office is recommended for many advising issues.
Location:
307 Carlisle Hall
Email:
philosophyadvising@bookings.uta.edu
Phone:
817-272-3207