Studying classics at university
Example course modules
- Latin language
- Greek language
- History of thought
- Comedy
- The ancient novel
- Receptions of Greek tragedy
- Emotions in the ancient world
- Metamorphosis in Greece and Rome
- Sex and the symposium: Athenian painted pottery
- Greeks on being good (and evil)
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 10 (Low N/A - High N/A). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about classics
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- Latin or ancient Greek
Useful to have
- history
- English literature
- Modern foreign language
- Classical civilisation
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
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Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Sales, marketing and related associate professionals
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Marketing executive
- Management consultant
- Secondary teacher
Other real-life job examples
- Museum archivist or curator
- Paralegal
- Fundraising campaign manager
What employers like about this subject
A student studying classics will learn subject-specific skills including a knowledge of the literature, history, mythology, philosophy, civilisation and heritage of classical antiquity; an understanding of the interpretation and analysis of texts and translation skills. Transferable skills you can gain from a classics degree include communication, critical evaluation, time management and research and analysis skills. Employers who recruited classic students last year included publishers, the Civil Service, market researchers, political advisory and lobbying organisations, schools, universities, the IT industry and the arts.
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