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Studying Greek encompasses mastering the classical Greek language, exploring its literature, and understanding ancient Greek civilization. Honors students can spend a minimum of three weeks (typically during the summer after third year) touring archaeological sites and museums in Greece, with financial assistance available for Single Honors students. Third-year study abroad options include universities in North America, Australia, New Zealand, or Europe. The curriculum includes works by Homer, Greek poets, Athenian playwrights, orators, historians, and philosophers like Plato, alongside studies in Greek political history, social structures, philosophy, religion, and art. Students with strong A-level results may begin at level 2, focusing on honing translation abilities for both prepared and unseen texts while reinforcing grammar fundamentals. The program incorporates continuous literary texts from oratory, drama, historical writings, and epic poetry, alongside critical analysis through commentaries and essays. A solid grammatical and vocabulary foundation enables students to read basic ancient Greek passages and translate them into English.
Our alumni have pursued careers in education, civil service, administration, library and archival work, as well as roles in museums and galleries.