BA (Hons) Arts - Greek and Roman Civilisation

Key facts

• A knowledge of Greek & Roman Civilisation is essential for an understanding of the history and culture of Europe, even today
• The classes are small after first year, and permit far more personal attention and discussion than is possible in larger disciplines
• The Department of Classics at UCC has a particular strength in the study of Roman history and numismatics (the study of coins)
• The Boole Library in UCC has one of best classical collections in Ireland, and provides a marvellous resource for both undergraduates and postgraduates
• A unique emphasis is placed on the importance of the numismatics (study or collection of currency including coins) as well as the literary evidence in most of the historical lectures. 

Placement or Study Abroad Information

Study abroad

If you are studying through the BA International, you will spend Year 3 studying at one of our partner universities abroad. We currently have links with universities in: Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, The Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden Mexico, and the USA .

Work placement

If you study through the BA or the BA International, you will have the opportunity to avail of a work placement in Year 2. You can find out more here.