Classics, BA

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Classics is the study of the languages, cultures and societies of ancient Greece and Rome. The program offers courses in Latin and ancient Greek languages and literature, as well as courses on the civilizations of ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt and Near East. Students can choose from three concentrations for their Classics major or minor: Classical Civilization, Ancient Greek Language and Literature, and Classical Latin Language and Literature. UWM students may decide to take Latin or ancient Greek to fulfill the UWM language requirement or may enroll in Classics courses to supplement their major or minor.Classics is the study of ancient Greece and Rome – their languages, literature, history, philosophy, art and culture. UWM students choose a track in classical civilization, Greek language and literature, or Latin language and literature. Studying ancient cultures and societies has practical benefits. Classics majors have among the highest acceptance rates to many graduate programs because of their ability to gather, analyze and communicate information. Furthermore, transferable skills in communication, research and critical thinking lead to careers in libraries, museums, law firms, schools, the media, government agencies, nonprofits, the performing arts and more.

College of Letters and Science