Classical Languages, B.A.

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Classical Languages traces the intellectual and cultural roots of Western civilization with an emphasis on the study of ancient Greek and Latin. The program offers courses in Greek and Latin history and mythology, languages and literatures. The study of Classical Languages complements many other disciplines, including modern language, literature, history, religion and art and prepares students for a variety of careers.

For additional programs and courses in this department, see Modern and Classical Languages .

A major in Classical Languages consists of at least 27 credit hours, comprised of:

A Core of 15 hours in Latin or Latin and Greek:

Electives: 12 credit hours selected from:

CLS 250 - Topics in Classical Mythology (repeatable)
CLS 255 - Greek and Roman History
CLS 310 - Topics in Greek and Roman Culture
CLS 325 - The Athenian Democracy
CLS 335 - Rome: From Republic to Empire
CLS 399 - Independent Study
CLS 499 - Independent Study
ART 272 - Art History I: Prehistoric to Medieval Art
HST 256 - Medieval and Renaissance Europe
PHL 260 - Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
THE 359 - Theatre History and Literature I
Additional credit hours in Latin or Greek language courses

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Classical Languages, B.A.

A major in Classical Languages consists of at least 27 credit hours, comprised of:

A Core of 15 hours in Latin or Latin and Greek:

Electives: 12 credit hours selected from: