Greek and Roman Studies (Greek or Latin Option) (BA Honours) University of Windsor

We bring ancient history to life in a program that would make Indiana Jones jealous. Travel to Greece to take part in an archaeological dig, visiting famous landmarks and experiencing history first hand. You’ll learn about every aspect of Greco-Roman antiquity - language, literature, art, architecture, philosophy, politics, science, medicine, myth and religion - in a close-knit department with professors who care about your success.

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Investigating and understanding the roles of religion, language, and tradition in societies past and present
• Determining and articulating the effects of historical peoples and events on modern cultures and practices
• Applying thorough knowledge of the past to predict future behaviour and make recommendations for best practices in a variety of fields
• Understanding the ways in which various social, cultural, and community groups interrelate
• Appreciating the respective roles of various governmental, cultural, and social institutions
• Understanding significant differences between groups, societies, religions, and cultures and using this knowledge to identify similarities and bridge differences in the workplace and elsewhere

Sample Courses: Introduction to Ancient Greek, Introductory Latin, Gladiators, Ancient Greek Philosophy, Roman Art and Archaeology, Greek Mythology

Specialization Options: Greek and Latin

Career Tracks: Archivist/librarian, museum director or curator, documentarian, historical consultant, journalist.