Classics (BA)

Classics at Bristol allows you to explore real-world issues like gender and sexuality, law and crime, and health and wellbeing, through an in-depth understanding of the Greek and Latin languages. Classes are taught at all levels, so you are welcome to begin your journey into Greek and Latin at Bristol or to expand your knowledge of the languages and literature through intermediate and advanced study. As Bristol is close to ancient sites like Bath and Caerleon, you will enhance your studies with field trips, and we run trips to cities rich in ancient heritage, like Rome or Pompeii. Studying Classics means gaining a deep appreciation and knowledge of language, analytical skills and attention to detail. These are skills highly prized by employers, so our students go on to succeed in a variety of fields, including teaching, technology, finance and broadcasting. With our broad range of subjects and types of assessment, you will have the opportunity to use your creativity, follow your ideas and research independently, and build innovative team projects. Whether you are completely new to the subject or you have been inspired by previous study, you will discover new ways of exploring the ancient Mediterranean which will expand your knowledge of Greco-Roman cultures while enriching your understanding of challenges facing us today. You will develop the core knowledge and language skills of a Classics scholar by combining mandatory units with optional ones. Our group first-year units are specifically designed to introduce you to Classics at university level, no matter your previous experience of the subject. You will explore a huge range of literary and material sources throughout your degree, including poetry, drama, art, and archaeology. You will also have the option to take other units from elsewhere in the Faculty of Arts, or beyond. In your second year, you will advance your interpretive skills in Latin and Greek while also choosing units which help you to think more deeply about the malleability of Classics - where are the borders of the ancient Mediterranean? How has classical culture been represented in the past? In your third year, you can choose from an exciting range of specialist subjects based on our department's world-class research. You will refine your skills in independent research by writing a dissertation exploring a topic of your choosing. You will also take the Applied Classics unit, which involves planning, marketing and executing a project inspired by what you love about the ancient world. We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course. Further information aboutEnglish language requirements and profile levels 54%say staff value students views and opinions about the course Data for Classics (Full time) at University of Bristol, over two years 100%of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well. Data for Classics (Full time) at University of Bristol, over two years 85%in work or doing further study 15 months after the course. Data for Classics (Full time) at University of Bristol, over two years Formoreofficial course information visit Discover Uni See course data University of Bristol,Beacon House,Queens Road,Bristol,BS8 1QU,United Kingdom Information for