BA Classical Studies and English With Study Abroad

Course Overview This interdisciplinary course merges the foundational texts of the ancient world with the analytical power of English studies, creating a unique lens through which to understand Western thought and literature. Students will develop critical skills to deconstruct meaning across a vast spectrum of texts, from classical epics to modern media. The program offers the rare opportunity to study seminal Greek and Roman works in translation while providing optional language modules in Ancient Greek or Latin. Key Program Highlights Analyze foundational Western texts from Homer to Virgil in translation Develop advanced critical skills for interpreting all forms of communication Optional study of Ancient Greek or Latin language from beginner to advanced levels Examine the enduring influence of classical thought on modern literature and culture Learn to decode rhetorical strategies from political speeches to advertising