Embark on a profound intellectual journey with the BA Classical Studies and Philosophy at the University of Exeter, a degree designed for those captivated by the enduring questions of existence and the foundational cultures of the Western world. This programme invites you to explore the rich tapestry of ancient Greek and Roman thought, literature, and history, while simultaneously engaging with the rigorous analytical frameworks of philosophy. You will delve into classical texts in translation, uncovering the origins of Western ethical, political, and metaphysical ideas, and develop a nuanced understanding of how these ancient perspectives continue to shape contemporary discourse. This is your opportunity to build a unique interdisciplinary foundation in the humanities.
Over three years of full-time, on-campus study, you will navigate a curriculum that balances compulsory modules in both Classical Studies and Philosophy with a wide array of optional choices, allowing you to tailor your academic path. Your learning will involve critical engagement with primary sources, philosophical argumentation, and potentially classical languages. In your final year, you will undertake a significant dissertation, either in Classical Studies or Philosophy, culminating your independent research. You will graduate with highly transferable analytical, critical thinking, and research skills, prepared for diverse postgraduate study or careers in fields such as education, heritage, policy, and journalism.