Classics BA (Hons)

University of Cambridge

Classics at Cambridge is the study of ancient Greek and Roman cultures, language, literature, philosophy, ancient history, art and archaeology.

Our course is 4 years if you have little or no experience of Latin. If you have studied Latin A level (or equivalent), you can apply for the 3-year course instead.

Classics at Cambridge

Classics covers the history, culture, archaeology, art, philosophy and linguistics of classical antiquity. You will also study original texts and artefacts.

You can either specialise in a particular field or study a range of different topics.

Our 3-year course is for you if:

• you have Latin A level or IB Higher Level (or equivalent). If you have little or no Classical Greek, we offer an intensive ancient Greek programme
• you have Classical Greek A level or IB Higher Level (or equivalent) but not Latin. But you may be advised to take the 4-year degree, depending on your circumstances.

Our 4-year course is for you if:

• you have little or no Latin. The first year will focus on Latin language, Classical topics, and an introduction to Ancient Greek. The second, third and fourth years are identical to the 3-year course.

Your future career

Studying Classics will help you develop transferable skills that are essential for many careers after graduation.

Many graduates go into research and teaching in schools and universities, or work in libraries, museums and heritage organisations.

Some graduates go into other careers in:

• the charity sector
• law
• media
• accountancy
• Civil Service
• industry and business

• Our graduates include:

• novelists
• politicians
• bankers
• barristers
• solicitors
• actors and comedians
• musicians
• theatrical artistic directors