Northwestern University Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences 8 courses
The major in classics offers students three paths of study. Although no previous knowledge of Latin or Greek is required, all students are required to achieve competence in one of these ancient languages in order to work with primary sources in the original. Some may choose to complete advanced work in both languages. With concentrations in Latin, Greek, or both languages, the major requirements allow some flexibility. Classics majors develop familiarity with the broad sweep of ancient history and literature and key analytical skills necessary to examine the record of Greek and Roman culture. They complete a demanding and distinctive course of study that stresses the development of important intellectual sensibilities—close reading, analytical clarity, thorough research, evaluation of evidence, logical analysis, effective writing, appreciation of nuance and subtleties, historical variability, and cultural differences. All majors complete a research project under the direction of a faculty member in a small 1-quarter seminar. Seniors pursuing honors will undertake an additional 2 quarters of research. Each of the three tracks—Greek and Latin, Latin, or Greek—requires a minimum of 12 courses beyond the language prerequisites.
| 3 additional Greek, Latin, or classics courses, at least 2 of which must be at the 300 level or above (may include 1 classical traditions course with consent of the director of undergraduate studies) | credits |
| 6 additional Latin, Greek, or classics courses, at least 3 of which must be at the 300 level or above (may include Greek language courses at any level and up to 2 classical traditions courses with consent of the director of undergraduate studies) | credits |
| 6 additional Greek, Latin, or classics courses, at least 3 of which must be at the 300 level or above (may include Latin language courses at any level and up to 2 classical traditions courses with consent of the director of undergraduate studies) | credits |
Major Requirements: Greek and Latin Concentration
Prerequisites: 1 LATIN 101-3 may also be replaced by GREEK 115-2.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GREEK 201-2 | Introduction to Greek Literature | 1 |
| LATIN 101-3 or LATIN 201-2 | Elementary Latin or Introduction to Latin Literature | 1 |
| Total Major Requirements: Greek and Latin Concentration | 12 credits | |
Major Requirements: Greek and Latin Concentration
6 additional courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CLASSICS 211-0 | Greek History and Culture: From Homer to Alexander the Great | 1 |
| CLASSICS 212-0 | Rome: Culture and Empire | 1 |
| CLASSICS 395-0 | Research Seminar | 1 |
Major Requirements: Latin Concentration
Prerequisite:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LATIN 201-2 | Introduction to Latin Literature | 1 |
| Total Major Requirements: Latin Concentration | 12 credits | |
Major Requirements: Latin Concentration
3 language foundation courses in Latin:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LATIN 201-3 | Introduction to Latin Literature | 1 |
Major Requirements: Latin Concentration
9 additional courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CLASSICS 211-0 | Greek History and Culture: From Homer to Alexander the Great | 1 |
| CLASSICS 212-0 | Rome: Culture and Empire | 1 |
| CLASSICS 395-0 | Research Seminar | 1 |
Major Requirements: Greek Concentration
Prerequisites:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GREEK 201-2 | Introduction to Greek Literature | 1 |
| Total Major Requirements: Greek Concentration | 12 credits | |
Major Requirements: Greek Concentration
3 language foundation courses in Greek:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GREEK 201-3 | Introduction to Greek Literature | 1 |
Major Requirements: Greek Concentration
9 Additional Courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CLASSICS 211-0 | Greek History and Culture: From Homer to Alexander the Great | 1 |
| CLASSICS 212-0 | Rome: Culture and Empire | 1 |
| CLASSICS 395-0 | Research Seminar | 1 |
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