BAH.AGRS - Ancient Greek & Roman Studies - BA Honours

The ancient Greeks and Romans have shaped many later societies. Their enduring mythology, influential leaders, and foundational philosophical and narrative texts underlie many modern institutions, such as political governing bodies and educational systems, as well as popular cultural artefacts, films, and video games. In the Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (AGRS) program, students learn that acquiring a deep understanding of the virtues and challenges of past societies can better enable us to comprehend and re-shape our own worlds. AGRS students study ancient literature, history, art history and archaeology, myth, religion, gender, slavery, poverty and wealth, philosophy, environment, and languages (Latin and Greek). From Homer to Alexander the Great, from Julius Caesar to Constantine and beyond, we study the complexities of ancient society and their continuing significance.

INFORMATION & ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Senior seminar courses are offered according to faculty availability. Students may take more than one such course in one year or in their overall program.

• Reading courses may be offered according to faculty availability. Interested students should consult with the program before the first week of classes. Students may take more than one such course in their overall program.

• Students may also study Mediterranean archaeology in field school courses offered by other Canadian and non-Canadian universities for credit on a Letter of Permission, with program approval.

• Students considering graduate work in Ancient Greek & Roman Studies are strongly advised to include as many credits in Greek and Latin as possible in their program, to begin the study of German and French as undergraduates, and to consult with the program coordinator.