BA in Classics in Providence United States | Brown University

The study of Classics delves into the languages, literature, history, and cultural heritage of ancient Greece and Rome. It offers specialized preparation for students aiming for graduate studies while providing a well-rounded liberal arts foundation for those with broader interests. Learners can explore Ancient Greek, Latin, Sanskrit, or Modern Greek at various proficiency levels, while engaging with literary works, mythological traditions, historical accounts, philosophical texts, and religious practices. The department also provides multiple courses each term that don't require prior knowledge of ancient languages. Students focusing on Classics are particularly encouraged to synthesize their learning through senior theses, seminar participation, or capstone projects. Concentration programs can be tailored with a focus on classical languages and literature or ancient history and civilization. Options include the standard Classics track—the most frequently selected path—or specialized routes such as Greek, Latin, Greek and Latin combined, South Asian Classics, Sanskrit, Greek and Sanskrit, or Latin and Sanskrit.