BA in Classics - Latin in Miami United States | University of Miami

Students pursuing a Classics major can choose from four distinct academic tracks to meet degree requirements. The curriculum typically introduces undergraduates to the field through two primary approaches: studying languages (Latin, Ancient Greek, or both) and enrolling in survey or thematic courses. Introductory language classes follow a three-semester rotation schedule. For advanced coursework (202-level and above), students engage with selected works by Greek and Roman authors like Homer, Horace, Catullus, or Tacitus. Coursework typically involves translating 30-40 lines of poetry or 1-2 pages of prose per session, with slightly reduced requirements for 300-level classes and increased expectations for 400-level courses. Classes emphasize precise translation, grammatical analysis, and thematic exploration, supplemented by regular translation quizzes, midterms, and final exams. Most upper-division language courses (202-level and above) qualify for Writing Credit (WC).