Classical Studies, Minor

Classics traditionally refers to the study of language, philosophy, arts, literatures, history, and more of ancient Greece and Rome. At UVU, Classics takes a more global and diverse approach, recognizing that many cultures around the world have had “classical periods” which have shaped their entire pre-modern histories and continue to influence the world today. At present, the Classics minor at UVU offers particular strengths in ancient Greece and China, along with Rome—including language training in Ancient Greek, Classical Chinese, and Latin (with the hope and possibility for more). The program aims to preserve and promote the strengths of traditional Classics while also critically incorporating global and non-Western classical traditions for a more comparative and multicultural approach to ancient civilization, value, the canon, and the very idea of classics.

Matriculation Requirements

1. Completion of 30 hours of credit.

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Total Credit Hours		18
Discipline Core Requirements		9 Credits
PHIL 2110	Ancient Greek Philosophy HH WE	3
CLST 290R	Themes in Classical Civilizations	3
CLST 490R	Special Topics in Classical Civilizations	3
Elective Requirements		9 Credits
In addition to the 9 credits of core requirements, students must complete an additional 9 hours of electives. The following list of courses has been approved for the Classical Studies IS Emphasis. If a course that is not represented on the following list has sufficient classical studies related content, the student may seek approval from the Classical Studies Coordinator to have the course count toward the IS Emphasis. Note: Latin or Greek language coursework applied toward a Student's foreign language requirement will not be applied toward Classical Studies elective requirements.		9
ANTH 3260	Archeological Method and Theory (3)
ARTH 2710	Prehistoric Through Gothic Art History FF (3)
ARTH 3020	Ancient Greek Art and Architecture (3)
ENGL 2230	Myths and Legends in Literature HH (3)
ENGL 3610	Medieval Literature (3)
ENGL 376G	World Literature GI (3)
HIST 3130	Roman History (3)
HIST 3140	Roman Empire (3)
HONR 2000	Ancient Legacies HH (3)
HUM 2010	World History Through the Arts I HH (3)
HUM 2500	Introduction to Ancient Greek I (6)
HUM 2510	Introduction to Ancient Greek II (6)
PHIL 2130	Medieval Philosophy (3)
PHIL 386R	Topics in Ancient Philosophy (3)
GRK 1010	Beginning Ancient Greek I LH (4)
GRK 1020	Beginning Ancient Greek II LH (4)
GRK 2010	Intermediate Ancient Greek I LH (4)
GRK 2020	Intermediate Ancient Greek II HH (4)
GRK 301R	Readings in Ancient Greek (undefined)
LATN 1010	Beginning Latin I LH (4)
LATN 1020	Beginning Latin II LH (4)
LATN 2010	Intermediate Latin I LH (4)
LATN 2020	Intermediate Latin II HH (4)
LATN 3010	Readings in Latin (3)
HIST 3110	Greek History (3)

Graduation Requirements

1. Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above.
2. Residency hours--minimum of 12 credit hours through course attendance at UVU.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Semester 1		Credit Hours
PHIL 2110	Ancient Greek Philosophy HH WE	3
	Credit Hours	3
Semester 2
HIST 3130 or HIST 3140	Roman History or Roman Empire	3
	Credit Hours	3
Second Year
Semester 3
CLST 290R	Themes in Classical Civilizations	3
Classical Studies Elective		3
	Credit Hours	6
Semester 4
CLST 490R	Special Topics in Classical Civilizations	3
Classical Studies Elective		3
	Credit Hours	6
	Total Credit Hours	18

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Utilize knowledge of classical languages (including but not limited to Ancient Greek, Latin, and Classical Chinese) at an advanced level, including the ability to read and translate texts in the original.
2. Evaluate the contribution of classical civilizations to later history—including the modern world—with skills in historical analysis, multicultural awareness, and mental flexibility.
3. Acquire familiarity with the languages, philosophy, visual arts, drama, sports, politics, economics, history, religions, and literatures of ancient civilizations, understanding them in their own context and how they continue to shape contemporary life.
4. Describe classics, antiquity, and culture through comparative and interdisciplinary approaches, emphasizing ancient civilizations as complex systems in a multicultural world.