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"I loved the community. I met some of my closest friends in Classics courses – friends that I still keep in touch with today. My life would not be the same without making those connections. And the professors were knowledgeable, supportive, and showed great dedication to their students."

– Amy Mack (BA Honours), People and Culture Operations Administrator, Canadian Museum of Human Rights

FACULTY OF ARTS

Classics

Classics is the study of ancient Greek and Roman culture – a history intertwined with the history of the world.

Classics is the study of the Ancient Greek and Roman worlds from the perspectives of literature, history, archaeology, and art history. The Classical world and Classical languages have had an enormous influence on critical contemporary concepts as, for example, democracy, athletics, medicine, politics, and philosophy.
The literature and art of ancient Greece and Rome continue to be a source of creative inspiration for writers, artists, and filmmakers across the globe. If you have a desire to understand our modern world, studying
Classical civilization is an ideal way to begin; ancient Greek and Latin form the basis of over 60% of English words, so if you want to improve your ability to communicate precisely and gain access to thousands of years of literature, Classical Languages is a perfect way to start.

In the Classics program, you may choose to concentrate on classical civilization or study the classical languages. Classics is also an ideal supplement to other programs of study. Since they offer an interdisciplinary approach to the study of an interesting and influential culture, courses in this program provide an exceptional background not only for study at the graduate level in many areas besides Classics, but also for many careers requiring concise communication and critical thinking skills.

This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree (3-year, 4-year, or Honours, specializing in either Classical Civilization or Classical Languages) with a Major in Classics. Students taking an undergraduate degree in another Major may choose to add a Minor in Classics as a secondary area of interest.

Required High School Courses

You must meet The University of Winnipeg’s general admission requirements. No specific courses required.

"I loved the community. I met some of my closest friends in Classics courses – friends that I still keep in touch with today. My life would not be the same without making those connections. And the professors were knowledgeable, supportive, and showed great dedication to their students."

– Amy Mack (BA Honours), People and Culture Operations Administrator, Canadian Museum of Human Rights

Program Contacts

Dr. Peter J. Miller
Department Chair
phone: 204.789.4197
email: pj.miller@uwinnipeg.ca 

Angela McGillivray
Department Assistant
phone: 204.786.9878
email: ad.mcgillivray@uwinnipeg.ca 

Visit the Classics Department website

Facebook: www.facebook.com/uofwclassics
Twitter: @UWinnipeg_CLAS
Instagram: @uwinnipegclassics

In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.

How to Apply

For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply

For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.

In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.

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Program Contacts

Dr. Peter J. Miller
Department Chair
phone: 204.789.4197
email:   pj.miller@uwinnipeg.ca 

Angela McGillivray
Department Assistant
phone: 204.786.9878
email: ad.mcgillivray@uwinnipeg.ca 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/uofwclassics
Twitter: @UWinnipeg_CLAS
Instagram: @uwinnipegclassics

Website: uwinnipeg.ca/classics
Facebook: www.facebook.com/uofwclassics
Twitter: @UWinnipeg_CLAS
Instagram: @uwinnipegclassics

 

Last Updated: 08/01/2024

"I loved the community. I met some of my closest friends in Classics courses – friends that I still keep in touch with today. My life would not be the same without making those connections. And the professors were knowledgeable, supportive, and showed great dedication to their students."

– Amy Mack (BA Honours), People and Culture Operations Administrator, Canadian Museum of Human Rights

Last Updated: 08/01/2024