College of the Humanities
(Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
300 Paterson Hall
613-520-2809
http://carleton.ca/chum/greek-and-roman-studies
This section presents the requirements for programs in:
- Greek and Roman Studies - B.A. Honours
- Greek and Roman Studies - B.A. Combined Honours
- Minor in Greek and Roman Studies
Graduation Requirements
In addition to the requirements listed below, students must satisfy:
- the University regulations (see the Academic Regulations of the University in this Calendar),
- the common regulations applying to all B.A. students, including Breadth (see the Academic Regulations for the Bachelor of Arts Degree ).
Students should consult the Discipline when planning their program and selecting courses.
Program Requirements
Greek and Roman Studies
B.A. Honours (20.0 credits)
A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (10.0 credits) | ||
1. 1.0 credits in GREK or LATN | 1.0 | |
2. 3.0 credits in 2000-level CLCV, GREK, or LATN | 3.0 | |
3. 2.0 credits 3000-level or higher in CLCV, GREK or LATN | 2.0 | |
4. 1.0 credit 4000-level CLCV, GREK, or LATN | 1.0 | |
5. 3.0 credits in electives in Greek and Roman Studies (CLCV, GREK, LATN, FYSM 1106) | 3.0 | |
B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (10.0 credits) | ||
6. 8.0 credits in electives not in Greek and Roman Studies (CLCV, GREK, LATN) | 8.0 | |
7. 2.0 credits in free electives. | 2.0 | |
Total Credits | 20.0 |
Greek and Roman Studies
B.A. Combined Honours (20.0 credits)
A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (7.0 credits) | ||
1. 1.0 credit in GREK or LATN | 1.0 | |
2. 2.0 credits from 2000-level CLCV, GREK, LATN | 2.0 | |
3. 2.0 credits from 3000-level or higher CLCV, GREK, LATN | 2.0 | |
4. 1.0 credit 4000-level CLCV, GREK or LATN | 1.0 | |
5. 1.0 credit in electives in Greek and Roman Studies (CLCV, GREK, LATN, FYSM 1106) | 1.0 | |
B. Additional requirements (13.0 credits) | 13.0 | |
6. The requirements for B.A. Combined Honours in the other discipline must be satisfied | ||
7. 5.0 credits in electives not in Greek and Roman Studies (CLCV, GREK, LATN) or the other discipline | ||
8. Sufficient free electives to make 20.0 credits total for the degree. | ||
Total Credits | 20.0 |
Greek and Roman Studies
B.A. General
A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (6.0 credits) | ||
1. 3.0 credits 2000-level CLCV, GREK, or LATN | 3.0 | |
2. 2.0 credits at the 3000-level from CLCV, GREK or LATN | 2.0 | |
3. 1.0 credit in electives in Greek and Roman Studies (CLCV, GREK, LATN, FYSM 1106)) | 1.0 | |
B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
4. 7.0 credits in electives not in Greek and Roman Studies (CLCV, GREK, LATN) | 7.0 | |
5. 2.0 credits in free electives. | 2.0 | |
Total Credits | 15.0 |
Minor in Greek and Roman Studies (4.0 credits)
Open to all undergraduate degree students not in the Greek and Roman Studies programs.
Requirements | ||
1. 1.0 credit from CLCV, GREK or LATN at the 2000-level or above | 1.0 | |
2. 1.0 credit from CLCV, GREK or LATN at the 3000-level or above | 1.0 | |
3. 2.0 credits from any level of CLCV, GREK, or LATN (may include FYSM 1106 [1.0]) | 2.0 | |
4. The remaining requirements of the major discipline(s) and degree must be satisfied. | ||
Total Credits | 4.0 |
Classical Civilization (CLCV) Courses
College of Humanities
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
Survey of Greek Civilization
Introduction to the study of Greek antiquity and the discipline of Classics and its methodologies. Greek culture and society are set in their historical contexts and studied through readings from representative ancient authors (in English translation) and through the art and architecture of the period.
Survey of Roman Civilization
An introduction to the study of Roman antiquity and the discipline of Classics and its methodologies. The culture and society will be set in their historical context and studied through readings from representative ancient authors (in English translation) and through the art and architecture of the period.
Elementary Language Tutorial I
Elementary study of an ancient language.
Tutorial two hours a week plus out-of-class requirements.
Elementary Language Tutorial II
Elementary study of an ancient language.
Tutorial two hours a week plus out-of-class requirements.
Introduction to Archaeology I
Introduction to the history, theory and practice of field archaeology. Excavations from all time periods and global regions will be discussed. Focus will be placed on excavation methods and technology, including dating, that enhance understanding of sites both on land and underwater.
Introduction to Archaeology II
Continues the examination of various aspects of field archaeology begun in CLCV 1008. This course places greater focus on recent approaches to the interpretation of remains. These include environmental, cognitive and bioarchaeological approaches.
Classical Mythology
A study of Greek and Roman myths, emphasizing their use in Classical literature, art and religion. Some discussion of the influence of Classical myth in Western tradition and modern theoretical approaches to the study of myth. (All texts used are in English).
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or registration in the B.Hum. program or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
Intermediate Language Tutorial I
Intermediate study of an ancient language.
Tutorial two hours a week plus out-of-class requirements.
Intermediate Language Tutorial II
Intermediate study of an ancient language.
Tutorial two hours a week plus out-of-class requirements.
Greek and Roman Epic
An examination of the genre of epic in Greco-Roman antiquity, including a close reading of translations of Homer and Vergil.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2009 and ENGL 2009 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): second year standing or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
Greek and Roman Drama
An examination of the genres of tragedy and comedy in Greco-Roman antiquity.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2009 or ENGL 2009 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): second year standing or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
Greek Religion
A study of religion in ancient Greece.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2102 and RELI 2734.
Lecture three hours a week.
Roman Religion
A study of religion in ancient Rome.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2102 and RELI 2734.
Lecture three hours a week.
Greek Philosophy and the Western Tradition
The Greek tradition from its pre-Socratic beginnings to Hellenistic and Roman philosophy (Cynicism, Epicureanism, Stoicism, Scepticism); focus on Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. Its conservation and reappropriation in the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
Precludes credit for PHIL 2006, CLCV 2006, PHIL 2007, CLCV 2007 (no longer offered).
Greek Art and Archaeology
The art, architecture and archaeology of ancient Greece. Vase painting, sculpture, architecture, town planning and analogous arts.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2302 and ARTH 2100.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
Roman Art and Archaeology
The art, architecture and archaeology of the ancient Romans. Vase painting, sculpture, architecture, town planning an analogous arts are studied.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2302 and ARTH 2100.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit. .
Ancient Science and Technology
The development and application of ancient science and technology in the fields of ancient engineering, machinery, metallurgy, transport, building, agriculture and Hippocratic medicine; the social position of craftsmen and artisans, the attitude of intellectuals to science and manual labour, the effects of slavery. This course is suitable for students with no previous knowledge of Greece or Rome.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the Department.
Lecture three hours a week.
History of Ancient Greece I
The history of ancient Greece from the Bronze Age through the Archaic period.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2900 and HIST 2900.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
History of Ancient Greece II
The history of ancient Greece from the classical period to Alexander.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2900 and HIST 2900.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
History of Ancient Rome I
The history of ancient Rome from early Rome to the end of the Republic.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2901 and HIST 2901.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
History of Ancient Rome II
The history of ancient Rome from the end of the Republic to the coming of Islam.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 2901 and HIST 2902.
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit.
Lecture three hours a week.
Studies in Classical Civilization
A study of a selected topic in ancient history, literature, languages, culture, archaeology and/or technology.
Lecture three hours a week.
Early Greek Philosophy
A study of the pre-Socratic philosophers and of the Sophists and Socrates.
Prerequisite(s): CLCV 2105 or PHIL 2005 or permission of the Philosophy department.
Lectures three hours a week.
The Later Roman Empire
The study of major developments - administrative, ecclesiastical, cultural and societal - of the later Roman Empire.
Precludes additional credit for CLCV 3002 and HIST 3002.
Prerequisite(s): a 2000-level CLCV course.
Lecture three hours a week.
Topics in Ancient Philosophy
A study of philosophers, texts, problems and issues in ancient philosophy, generally with a focus on Plato and Aristotle.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit in PHIL and second-year standing, or permission of the Philosophy department.
Lectures three hours a week.
Studies in Greek History
Study of a period or theme in Greek History.
Prerequisite(s): CLCV 2902 and CLCV 2903 or HIST 2902 and HIST 2903 or permission of the unit. Permission of the unit required to repeat this course.
Lecture three hours a week.
Studies in Roman History
Study of a period or theme in Roman History.
Prerequisite(s): CLCV 2904 and CLCV 2905 or HIST 2904 and HIST 2905 or permission of the unit. Permission of the unit is required to repeat this course.
Lecture three hours a week.
Archaeological Field Work I
Students will participate for a minimum of three weeks in the excavation of an archaeological site. In addition they will study stratigraphic analysis and the recording and processing of finds. Written reports on specific aspects of the particular excavation are required.
Studies in Greek Art
A study of period or theme in the art and archaeology of Ancient Greece. Topics may vary from year to year.
Precludes additional credit for RELI 3731and ARTH 3101 (no longer offered) and RELI 3306 (if taken summer 2005, summer 2006, summer 2007).
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit. Permission of the unit is required to repeat this course.
Lecture three hours a week.
Studies in Roman Art
A study of a period or theme in the art and archaeology of the ancient Romans. Topics may vary from year to year.
Precludes additional credit for RELI 3731 and ARTH 3101(no longer offered) and RELI 3306 (if taken summer 2005, summer 2006, summer 2007).
Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the unit. Permission of the unit is required to repeat this course. .
Lecture three hours a week.
Greek and Roman Studies Abroad
This course combines academic study in Canada with first hand examination of museum collections and sites of the ancient world, normally in Greece and Italy. Course content varies from year to year.
Hours to be arranged.
Studies in Greek Literature
A study of an author or topic in Greek literature. Contents of this course vary from year to year.
Prerequisite(s): CLCV 2008 and CLCV 2010 or CLCV 2009 or permission of the unit. Permission of the unit is required to repeat this course.
Lecture three hours a week.
Studies in Roman Literature
A study of an author or topic in Roman literature.
Prerequisite(s): CLCV 2008 and CLCV 2010 or CLCV 2009 or permission of the unit. Permission of the unit required to repeat.
Lecture three hours a week.
Archaeological Field Work II
Students participate for a minimum of three weeks in a position of responsibility in the excavation of an archaeological site; responsible for excavating, recording, processing and analysis of finds. A specialized report on a particular aspect of the excavation is required.
Topics in Ancient History
Intended for Honours students in History and Classics who should normally be in the third and fourth-years.
Prerequisite(s): CLCV 2902 (HIST 2902), CLCV 2903(HIST 2903) or CLCV 2904 (HIST 2904), CLCV 2905 (HIST 2905) or CLCV 3201 or CLCV 3202 and permission of the unit.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar in Greek and Roman Studies
Prerequisite: fourth-year standing in the Greek and Roman Studies B.A. program, or permission of the department.
Seminar in Greek and Roman Studies
Prerequisite: fourth-year standing in the Greek and Roman Studies B.A. program, or permission of the department.
Directed Readings and Research
These courses consist of supervised readings and research projects in a specific area of Classical Civilization to be chosen in consultation with the Honours Supervisor.
Greek (GREK) Courses
College of Humanities
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
Introduction to Greek I
A course for beginners in ancient Greek, designed to give students a grasp of basic grammatical forms and vocabulary (with reference to English derivatives) through the reading of continuous Greek.
Introduction to Greek II
A course for students with some previous knowledge of the language: study of grammatical forms and constructions; acquisition of reading skills.
Intermediate Greek I
Further study of the language; introduction to the reading of ancient Greek authors.
Prerequisite(s): GREK 1006 or equivalent.
Tutorials three hours a week.
Intermediate Greek II
Continued study of the language; reading of selected prose and poetry by ancient Greek authors; development of translation skills.
Prerequisite(s): GREK 2200 or equivalent.
Tutorials three hours a week.
Advanced Greek I
Reading and critical discussion of selections from ancient Greek.
Advanced Greek II
Reading and critical discussion of selections from ancient Greek.
Directed Study
Directed Study
Latin (LATN) Courses
College of Humanities
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
Introduction to Latin I
A course for beginners in Latin, designed to give students a grasp of basic grammatical forms and vocabulary (with reference to English derivatives) through the reading of continuous Latin.
Introduction to Latin II
A course for students with some previous knowledge of the language: study of grammatical forms and constructions; acquisition of reading skills.
Intermediate Latin I
Further study of the language; introduction to the reading of Latin authors.
Prerequisite(s): LATN 1006 or equivalent.
Tutorials three hours a week.
Intermediate Latin II
Continued study of the language; reading of selected prose and poetry by Latin authors; development of translation skills.
Prerequisite(s): LATN 2200 or equivalent.
Tutorials three hours a week.
Advanced Latin I
Reading and critical discussion of selections from Latin poetry.
Advanced Latin II
Reading and critical discussion of selections from Latin prose.
Directed Study
Directed Study
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca