Classical Studies

Willamette University

United States of America, Salem

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Willamette University

United States of America , Salem

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines29-Aug-2022 15-Dec-2022

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 45,000 / year

Apply Date 15-Dec-2022

Next Intake 29-Aug-2022

Classical Studies

About

The roots of Western civilization can be traced to the various classical cultures of the ancient Mediterranean world. Our forms of government, education, religion, and artistic and literary expression all have their beginnings in ancient Greece, Rome and the Near East. Classical Studies thus serves two purposes: it introduces us to the languages, literatures and cultures of the ancient Mediterranean world and it provides insights into our contemporary world by exploring the roots of Western civilization.

Demonstrate a critically informed understanding of the various cultures of the ancient Mediterranean world, including primarily Greek, Roman, and/or Near Eastern civilizations

Knowledge of the history and culture of ancient Greece, Rome, and/or the Near East.
The ability to explain the cultural, historical, and literary context of an ancient text or artifact
The competence to evaluate the validity of a scholarly thesis about the ancient world based on oneâ€™s knowledge of the primary texts, the history, and the material culture of the ancient Mediterranean

Demonstrate intermediate to advanced reading ability in one of the two ancient languages we teach (Latin and Ancient Greek) and beginning intermediate skills in another ancient language

Knowledge of the morphology and syntax of two ancient languages. (Latin and Greek).
The ability to translate intermediate to advanced texts in two ancient languages.
The ability to interpret ancient texts with regard to their content, style, and genre.

Apply research skills and show familiarity with philological, historical, and archaeological approaches to the study of the ancient world

The competence to frame and pursue a research question.
Knowledge of different philological, historical, and archaeological approaches to the study of the ancient world.
The ability to identify and evaluate relevant primary and secondary sources.

Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking skills

The ability to synthesize knowledge.
The ability to think critically, weigh arguments, and reach conclusions that go beyond merely summarizing the current state of research.

Demonstrate discipline-based and interdisciplinary writing and presentation skills

The ability to write persuasively, following scholarly conventions.
Effective presentation and oral communication skills.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

International applicants must submit a photocopy of the name/photo page of their passport showing their image and the correct spelling of their name.
An international applicant must demonstrate their English language proficiency to satisfy immigration policies. Proficiency may be demonstrated through any one of the following methods.
- International Applicants Whose Native Language is English Applicants who are fluent in English because it is their first language, need not take any further action to demonstrate proficiency. This includes, but is not limited to, applicants who are from Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand or who coupled a bachelor’s or advanced degree in a country where the primary and dominant language is English and English was the language of instruction of the school.
- Official TOEFL of 88 or IELTS of 6.5. The TOEFL code for Willamette is 4954.
Financial Requirements Applicants must be able to show they have sufficient resources to fund educational and living expenses for one year of the program and provide the following:
- A completed Statement of Financial Responsibility form
- Official bank verification of funds (written in English), showing that you and/or your sponsor have sufficient resources to cover educational and living expenses for one year of the program, or
- A financial guarantee letter from any government scholarship you have been awarded.

English Program Requirements

If your native language is not English, Willamette University requires you to submit scores from one of the following tests. Scores can be sent directly from the testing agency to the university. These tests can be waived if the primary language of instruction at your high school has been English.