Classics (BA)

    Classics (BA)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 25,724 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Classics (BA)

    About

    Why choose this program?

    Join the camaraderie of Atlantic Canada's largest Classics program. You’ll examine how the fundamental ideas, beliefs, and institutions were formed when Greek and Middle Eastern cultures met thousands of years ago. Modern languages are full of words deriving from Greek and Latin, and classical myths have inspired everything from Shakespearean drama to Disney films. Classics starts you on a journey of discovery that lasts a lifetime!

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission requirements

    Minimum admission requirements

    To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:

    1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
    2. Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
    3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).

    Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

    Program-specific admission requirements

    • Minimum overall average: 70%

    • Academic English 12

    • Four additional academic subjects

    English Program Requirements

    English language testing

    Test: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    Minimum score: Overall: 6.5, Bands: 6.0

    Submit a copy of the IELTS Test Form Report via email after you have submitted your application to [email protected] for verification.

    Test: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or TOEFL at Home (online)

    Minimum score: Overall: 90, Bands: 20

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Test: Duolingo English Test

    Minimum score: Overall: 120

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from Duolingo directly.

    Test: Academic

    Minimum score: Overall: 61, Communicative skills scores: 50

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Career

    Careers

    We teach critical thinking and train great communicators. From judges to journalists, our graduates are adaptable and have moved into many professions, proving that Classics is not only a great foundation for future academics, but also preparation for life.

    Possible careers include:

    • Lawyer
    • Academic
    • Theologian
    • International Development Officer

    Future studies could include programs at the graduate level in classics, philosophy, and history or professional studies such as law.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    25,724 / year

    Classics (BA)

    Dalhousie University

    Dalhousie University

    Canada

    Canada, Halifax