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UCL Greek & Latin is one of the top-rated Classics departments in the UK. With specialists in the fields of literature, philosophy, historiography, linguistics and papyrology, our expertise ranges from the earliest beginnings of the classical world to its influence in the modern world.
Key Information
- Faculty
- Arts & Humanities
- Department website
- Greek and Latin (Classics/Ancient World)
- Availability
- Year, Fall Term, Spring Term
- English language level
- Level 3 - see English language requirements for more details.
- Tuition fees
- see Tuition fees for more information
- GPA requirement
- 3.3
- Subject/Module requirements
- Applicants are expected to have an academic background relevant to the programme.
Why study Greek and Latin (Classics/Ancient World) at UCL?
The department is located close to some of the finest resources for the study of the classical world in Britain: not only does UCL have an excellent classics library, but the British Museum, British Library and Institute of Classical Studies are all only a few minutes’ walk away.
What you will gain from study at UCL
Our wide range of modules in language, literature, philosophy and culture will enable you to develop skills in all areas of the discipline. You will also benefit from our close collaboration with UCL History and the UCL Institute of Archaeology.
Teaching and assessment
Most modules are taught in lectures or classes. Assessment is usually a combination of coursework and final examination. Alternative assessment for term-only students is available on most modules (please contact the department for more information). Modules are open to all students, though prerequisites, particularly in language studies, may apply to some modules.
Modules in Greek and Latin (Classics/Ancient World)
Please note that this guide lists a range of popular modules offered as a representative sample. It is not exhaustive and, since the guide is published ahead of time, module options may have changed, been deleted or replaced. If you have very specific study needs or require confirmation of module availability for 2024/25, you are strongly advised to get in touch with the relevant Affiliate contact, listed on this subject page, before making an application.
Many of our Level 2 and 3 modules are suitable for both second- and third-year students. Please contact the department to enquire about any modules that interest you.
Level 1 (FHEQ 4) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAS0001 | Greek Myth: Its Use and Meaning | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0004 | Approaches to the Ancient World | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0005 | Interpreting Greek Literature | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0006 | Interpreting Latin Literature | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0009 | Introduction to the Study of Language | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0146 | Emotions in the Ancient World | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| GREK0002 | Greek for Beginners A | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0003 | Latin for Beginners B | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 2 (FHEQ 5) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMEL0003 | Introductory Sanskrit | Fall Term, Spring Term | 8 | 15 | 30 |
| CLAS0160 | Race: Antiquity and its Legacy | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0162 | Archaic Greece, 800-479: A Cultural History | Year | 8 | 15 | 30 |
| GREK0005 | Intermediate Greek A | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| GREK0008 | Advanced Greek A and B | Year, Fall Term, Spring Term | 4/8 | 7.5/15 | 15/30 |
| GREK0009 | Advanced Greek A | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| GREK0040 | Intermediate Greek B | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0004 | Intermediate Latin A | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0005 | Advanced Latin A and B | Year, Fall Term, Spring Term | 4/8 | 7.5/15 | 15/30 |
| LATN0006 | Advanced Latin A | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0035 | Intermediate Latin B | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Level 3 (FHEQ 6) modules
| Module code | Title | Availability | US Credits | ECTS Credits | UCL Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAS0017 | Roman Authors: Roman Love Poetry | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0020 | Classics and Literary Theory | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0025 | The Dialogues of Plato | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0043 | Essay on Approved Subject | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0136 | Greek Comedy | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| CLAS0138 | Greek Authors: Homer | Spring Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| GREK0010 | Greek Translation | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| GREK0012 | Essay on Approved Subject (Greek) | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| GREK0022 | Greek Papyrology | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0008 | Latin Translation | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0009 | Latin Prose Composition I | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0010 | Late and Medieval Latin I | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0011 | Latin Palaeography | Fall Term | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
| LATN0012 | Essay on Approved Subject (Latin) | Year | 4 | 7.5 | 15 |
Contact details
- Name
- Affiliate Programme Administrator
- classics.office@ucl.ac.uk
- Telephone
- +44 (0)20 7679 7522