加州大学圣克鲁兹分校

Introduction

Classical Studies at UCSC combines features of traditional programs, such as solid grounding in the ancient languages, with innovative, interdisciplinary approaches. While the core of the program is focused on courses in the ancient Greek and Latin languages, the program also encompasses courses in history, the history of art and visual culture, literature, philosophy, politics, and theater arts, from the Bronze Age through the Early Christian era. Recent offerings have included everything from introductory surveys in Classical Mythology and Greek and Roman History to advanced courses in Women and Gender in Ancient Egypt and Modern Ancient Drama. Students are encouraged to study the literary and material artifacts of Greece and Rome within the larger context of ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern cultures.

Study and Research Opportunities

Our majors are a group of dedicated students who enjoy a challenge and find their work demanding but rewarding. Students have the opportunity to give close, sustained attention to an area of study, from an almost unlimited variety of perspectives.

The program provides the nurturing atmosphere and personal attention associated with a small liberal arts college, in the context of a large university. We offer students an opportunity to work in small classes with a distinguished and dedicated teaching faculty and excellent fellow students. Public lectures, guest speakers, and frequent social events bring students and faculty together and strengthen the program.

Careers

Many of our students have gone on to do graduate work in Classical Studies and other fields. The qualities required for success in our major, however, are also readily transferable to other careers: Business; Communications; Computer services; Education; Foreign service; Government; Journalism; Law; Library science; Museum curatorship; Politics; Publishing; Theater; Writing.