| CAO CODE: TR176
In your first year we introduce you to the classical world through survey courses in ancient history,art and mythology, and you then progress to more focused thematic topics in the second and third years. In your final fourth year you choose from a range of specialised options and have the opportunity to write a thesis on a topic of your choice. You will learn about the ancient world through a mixture of lectures and small-group seminars, which encourage lively discussion, analytic skills and the development of independent thinking.
In choosing to study Latin you will be learning one of the most influential languages in European history, and engaging with the literature and thought of the Romans, one of the civilisations that shaped the western world. Over the four years a wide variety of texts is studied, including epic, love poetry, satire, political and historical writing. Whether you are taking up Latin as a beginner or continuing your language studies, the main emphasis of the course is on studying ancient texts both as literature and as a gateway into culture and thought. |
