Classical Studies
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The Western cultural tradition begins with the achievements of the ancient Greeks and Romans in a wide range of fields including politics, literature, art, and philosophy. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Classical Studies provides a general education in a comprehensive humanistic discipline; it can also provide preparation for students who intend to do graduate work. The degree coordinates courses in Greco-Roman antiquity taught by members of various departments in the College of Liberal Arts:
Majors must take at least 30 hours from the courses listed below, including:
•At least six hours from CLAS courses
•At least three hours from four of the other eight areas
•At least 21 hours from 3000/4000 level courses
•CLAS 2310 or HIST 3374
•CLAS 2320 or HIST 3375
CLAS
1300. Introduction to Classical Mythology
2303. The Classical Roots of English Vocabulary
2310. Introduction to Greek Civilization
2320. Introduction to Roman Civilization
4323. Classical Mythology
4335. Topics in Classical Studies
4391. Conference Course
ANTH
2339. Principles of Archaeology
4322. Archaeology of Classical Greece
4322. Archaeology of Egypt
4358. Archaeology of the Prehistoric Aegean
PHIL
3301. History of Philosophy: Ancient Philosophy
3302. History of Philosophy: Roman Medieval Philosophy
POLS
4327. Political Ideas: Ancient and Modern
ENGL
3339. Classical Backgrounds
4380. Classical Literature
HIST
3374. Ancient Greece
3375. Ancient Rome
3380. History of Ancient Sport
ART
3302. Greek Art
4302. Greek Painting
4303. Roman Art
GREK
1441. Level I
1442. Level II
2313. Level III
2314. Level IV
4391. Conference Course
LATN
1441. Level I
1442. Level II
2313. Level III
2314. Level IV
4391. Conference Course
It is strongly recommended that students majoring in Classical Studies choose either ancient Greek or Latin as their foreign language (students planning to attend graduate school in Classics will need both languages). Either Greek or Latin may be used to satisfy foreign language requirements. More advanced study may be pursued in conference courses; six semesters of either language satisfy the requirements for a minor.
Requirements for Admission
to a Major in Classics
Students may be admitted to the major in classics upon satisfaction of the following requirements:
•An overall 2.0 GPA, including at least 6 hours of the math and science requirement taken in residence or 12 hours of math and science overall.
•A minimum GPA of 2.5 at the time of admission to the major for all major courses applicable to the classics degree and for all Greek and Latin courses taken.
•A minimum of 6 hours of major courses applicable to the classics degree taken at UTA.
•A writing sample approved by the Classics Coordinator. (See the Classics Coordinator for specific conditions on the writing sample and its grading.)
The Classics Coordinator must certify that these requirements have been satisfied. Admission to the Classics major may take place at any time that the requirements have been satisfied consistent with the requirements of the Academic Foundations Program.
Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Classical Studies
English
Six hours of composition.
Literature
Three hours of English or foreign language literature or other approved substitute.
Liberal Arts Elective
Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.
Foreign Language
1441, 1442, 2313, and 2314 or equivalent (Greek or Latin strongly recommended).
Political Science
2311, 2312.
History
1311, 1312.
Mathematics
Six hours (level of college algebra or higher).
Science
11 hours (eight hours in a single lab natural science). The natural science core requirement was changed just prior to publication of the catalog, and there was not sufficient time for all departments to make corresponding revisions in their degree requirements. Students should refer to the core curriculum requirement on page 38 of this catalog and also consult with their academic advisor.
Fine Arts and Philosophy
Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, philosophy, or
theatre arts.
Social/Cultural Studies
Three hours of designated courses in archaeology, classical studies, communication, economics, history, humanities, linguistics, political science, social or cultural anthropology, social/political/cultural geography, social psychology, sociology or women's studies.
Major
30 hours, to include CLAS 2310 and 2320, and at least one course each in four of the six areas comprising the major (Classics, Art, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science).
Minor
18 hours, of which six must be 3000/4000 level.
Electives
Sufficient to give the total number of hours required for the degree. (16 hours).
Total
128 hours, at least 36 of which must be 3000/4000 level, plus EXSA, or ROTC, or marching band, as required.
Classics (CLAS)
All Classics courses are taught in the English language. They satisfy core requirements for social and cultural studies.
Note: There are no prerequisites for 2000-level courses.
1300. INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Major Greek and Roman myths and their influence, with emphasis on the visual arts from antiquity to the present, including popular films. Open to all students; satisfies University core social sciences and cultural studies requirement.
2303. THE CLASSICAL ROOTS OF ENGLISH VOCABULARY(3-0) 3 hours credit. Etymology (word origins) focusing on the large stock of English words derived from ancient Greek and Latin prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Primarily for students seeking to improve their general vocabulary and reading comprehension.
2307. WOMEN IN THE ANCIENT WORLD (3-0) 3 hours credit. Exploration of roles and images of women in ancient Greece and Rome, using a variety of primary (ancient) sources: literature, legal and medical texts, visual art, and inscriptions. No prerequisites. Also listed as WOMS 2307.
2310. INTRODUCTION TO GREEK CIVILIZATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Ancient Greek culture to the time of the Roman conquest. Topics covered include politics and society, literature, art, philosophy, and religion.
2320. INTRODUCTION TO ROMAN CIVILIZATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Roman life and thought through 476 A.D. A broad cultural survey including politics and society, literature, art, technology, and law.
3323. CLASSICAL MYTHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Advanced study of Greek and/or Roman myths, with emphasis on the cultural context and methods of myth interpretation (anthropological, psychoanalytical, structuralist, etc.).
3335. TOPICS IN CLASSICAL STUDIES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Studies in the social, political, and cultural development of the ancient Greeks and Romans, including their influence on subsequent societies. May be repeated for credit with departmental permission.
4391. CONFERENCE COURSE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Independent study in the preparation of a paper on a research topic; consultation with instructor on a regular basis. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: consent of the department and completion of or concurrent enrollment in a 3000-level course.
For complete descriptions of the other courses included in the Classical Studies major, consult the listings of the relevant departments (Art, English, History, Philosophy and Humanities, and Political Science).
The classical languages listed below, which are offered through the Department of Philosophy and Humanities, satisfy the foreign-language requirement both for the Classical Studies degree and for liberal arts majors generally.
Greek (GREK)
1441. LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit.
1442. LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit. Prerequisite: GREK 1441 or equivalent.
2313. LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: GREK 1442 or equivalent.
2314. LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: GREK 2313 or equivalent.
2391. INDEPENDENT STUDY (3-0) 3 hours credit. By consent of the department only.
4391. CONFERENCE COURSE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Advanced independent study in Greek literature. May be repeated for credit with departmental permission. Prerequisite: departmental permission.
Latin (LATN)
Prefix and number in parentheses following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.
1441. LEVEL I (3-2) 4 hours credit (LATN 1411).
1442. LEVEL II (3-2) 4 hours credit (LATN 1412). Prerequisite: LATN 1441 or equivalent.
2313. LEVEL III (3-0) 3 hours credit (LATN 2311). Prerequisite: LATN 1442 or equivalent.
2314. LEVEL IV (3-0) 3 hours credit (LATN 2312). Prerequisite: LATN 2313 or equivalent.
2391. INDEPENDENT STUDY (3-0) 3 hours credit. By consent of the department only.
4391. CONFERENCE COURSE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Advanced independent study in Latin literature. May be repeated for credit with departmental permission. Prerequisite: departmental permission.