Greek Studies MA (Hons)

In MA Greek Studies, you will study ancient Greek language and literature, along with courses that place it in its wider context in the ancient Greek, Roman and Byzantine world. <br/>Ancient Greek is the language in which many of the basic concepts underlying western society to this day were expressed for the first time. <br/><br/>Ancient Greek culture and thought are at the root of many strands of modern thinking in Europe and beyond. <br/><br/>On this programme you will: <br/><br/><br/>* receive advanced and robust training in ancient Greek <br/><br/><br/>* read a broad selection of works of classical literature in their original language <br/><br/><br/>* have the opportunity to read texts from archaic Greece down to Late Antiquity and Byzantium in various contexts, including political, religious and philosophical material <br/><br/><br/>You will also be able to take other courses on the history and culture of the Greek-speaking world.