Classical Studies
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Deze opleiding
Do you have an interest in the classical languages? Do you want to know how people lived in Antiquity and how their lives have influenced our own culture? Groningen offers Antiquity a voice!
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| locatieGroningen |
| diplomaBA |
| typeregulier, 180 EC |
| start1 september |
| taalvolledig Dutch |
| opleidingsduur3 jaar voltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code56003 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursheeft honours track |
During this Bachelor’s programme, you will acquaint yourself with both Greek and Latin. Additionally, you will study Antiquity’s cultures and their importance to our modern culture.
The degree programme in Groningen distinguishes itself from other universities by offering Greek and Latin in combination with the culture-focused seminars in Ancient History, Archaeology and Ancient Philosophy. Thereby, you will study the contexts in which ancient texts were written and the interaction between language, literature, politics, community and the ancient frame of mind. On top of this, you will also explore how Antiquity has left its mark on later periods, such as the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
In the first year of this degree programme, you will study subjects, such as grammar, drama, prose, history of literature, alongside an introduction to the three cultural seminars. In the second year, you will continue your studies by reading famous ancient epics and lyrical poetry, learning about linguistics and literary studies, and taking your first research seminars, which includes an excursion to Greece or Rome. In the third year, you take a minor’s programme and, finally, you will write a thesis.
You can follow this programme both full-time and part-time.
Deze opleiding heeft meerdere vormen :
- full-time te Groningen
- part-time te Groningen
Waarom aan de University of Groningen?
- The Classics programme in Groningen distinguishes itself by combining Greek and Latin with cultural-historical seminars in Ancient History, Archaeology and Ancient Philosophy.
- The programme is relatively small-scale, which allows for close contact between students and lecturers.
- Freedom to fill in a part of the programme yourself.
- Three lecturers nominated and/or winner of the title Lecturer of the Year of the Faculty of Arts, or even the entire UG.
Studieprogramma
opbouwIf you have not passed your final exams in Greek or Latin, you will take the bridging courses in Greek or Latin in combination with Language Proficiency.
1e jaar During the first year of the bachelor's programme you will improve your proficiency in Greek and Latin texts, training you to read and translate these texts independently and fairly quickly. You will also read some of the works of great authors, such as Euripides, Plato and Cicero. Additionally, you will acquire a sound understanding of Antiquity by discussing ancient history, archaeology and philosophy. Finally, the programme will focus on the development of your academic skills.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Overgangsmodule Grieks of Latijn* keuzevak | 10 EC | ||||||||
Greek Language Proficiency * | 10 EC | ||||||||
Latin Language Proficiency* | 10 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to the Ancient Greek World | 5 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to the Roman World | 5 EC | ||||||||
Griekse Lectuur 1 | 10 EC | ||||||||
Latijnse Lectuur 1 | 10 EC | ||||||||
Highlights of the Classic Literature | 5 EC | ||||||||
Research and Report: Academic Skills | 5 EC | ||||||||
2e jaar In the second year, you have sufficient language proficiency to read the texts in more depth. You will study epic (e.g. Homer and Vergil) and historiography (e.g. Herodotus and Tacitus), and study inscriptions and papyri, which serve as another source of history. In addition, you will start on the research seminars, go on an excursion to Greece or Italy to see the remains of Greek and Roman civilizations.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Classics, a controversial heritage | 10 EC | ||||||||
Griekse Lectuur 2 | 10 EC | ||||||||
Latijnse Lectuur 2 | 10 EC | ||||||||
Epigraphy and Papyrology | 5 EC | ||||||||
Analysis of Greek and Latin Poetry: From Hymne to Satire | 5 EC | ||||||||
Research Seminar Ancient History and Archaeology (including an excursion to Greece or Italy) | 10 EC | ||||||||
Historiography in Antiquity | 5 EC | ||||||||
Research Seminar Ancient Philosophy | 5 EC | ||||||||
3e jaar The first semester of the third year is reserved for a minor. A minor is a package of related subjects that prepares you to continue in a Master's track or to enter the job market. In the second semester, you will follow research seminars and write your bachelor's thesis.
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Minor | 30 EC | ||||||||
Research Seminar Greek: | 5 EC | ||||||||
BA Thesis afstuderen | 10 EC | ||||||||
Research Seminar Latin | 5 EC | ||||||||
minors
minor Minors
The fifth semester of your studies is dedicated to your Minor: a coherent set of future-oriented course units. It prepares you for a follow-on Master's degree program or for entering the labour market. You can opt for a Career Minor, a Minor abroad, a University Minor or a Faculty Minor.
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% nl |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
group discussion, individual assignment, integration module, internship, lecture, literature study, project, self evaluation, self study, tutorialstudy guidance
The transition from secondary school to university changes many aspects in your life, therefore we provide extra support during the first year of your studies.
In orders to ease this transition, the UG offers mentor classes for first-year students. During the meetings, you will learn how to optimize and make informed decisions throughout your studies. Additionally, you can always arrange to meet with your study advisor. They will be able to answer your questions and provide advice related to your degree programme. They also offer support for students with functional impairments. Everything you discuss with a study advisor is confidential. They can also refer you to the student counsellors or workshops by Study Support.study abroad
Please contact the study advisor if you have questions regarding studying abroad and an exchange for the BA Classis: drs. R.P. van der Borg studieadviseur.gltc@rug.nl.bindend studieadvies
- minimaal 45 EC in de eerste 12 maanden
You will be offered study advice after the first year of study. You can expect a positive result if you have earned more than 45 ECTS credit points (out of a total of 60 ECTS). If you have earned fewer than 45 ECTS and are issued a negative result, you will not be allowed to continue with your degree programme.
You will receive preliminary study advice in December to make sure that you know where you stand. Please contact your study advisor as soon as possible if you have any questions about the BSA system.N.B. Some degree programmes use a tutoring system; please check with your study advisor.
honours-/excellence program University of Groningen Honours College
The Honours College will give talented, motivated students the chance to be challenged even more by following Honours programmes and taking part in numerous other activities.
The Honours College comprises a broadening part and a deepening part and has a study load of 30 ECTS credit points besides the 180 ECTS credit points from your regular Bachelor programme.
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
1 september 2025
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
wettelijk tarief : € 2601 (€1301 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 11800
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 13500
1 september 2026
aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2026
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toelaatbare profielen
| VWO N&T | aangevuld met met Latijn en/ of Grieks op eindexamenniveau |
|---|---|
| VWO N&G | aangevuld met met Latijn en/ of Grieks op eindexamenniveau |
| VWO E&M | aangevuld met met Latijn en/ of Grieks op eindexamenniveau |
| VWO C&M | aangevuld met met Latijn en/ of Grieks op eindexamenniveau |
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
De stad
studievereniging
Boreas
Boréas is the study association of the bachelor Greek and Latin Language and Culture and the associated master programs in Groningen.Boréas organizes several annual events for its members including an introduction camp and a Christmas dinner. Besides leisure activities, Boréas also organizes study related activities such as lectures and excursions.
Keuzehulp
Studievergelijker
1/5 University of Groningen
Griekse en Latijnse taal en cultuur
Griekse en Latijnse taal en cultuur
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 6 eerstejaars |
| 66% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
2/5 Leiden University
Griekse en Latijnse taal en cultuur
Griekse en Latijnse taal en cultuur
| star Keuzegids topopleiding 2016 84 |
| € 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 20 eerstejaars |
| 60% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
3/5 Radboud University Nijmegen
Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur
Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur
| star Keuzegids topopleiding 2018 Elsevier Elsevier Keuzegids topopleiding 2019 Keuzegids beste opleiding 2019 1e |
| € 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 16 eerstejaars |
| 62% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
4/5 University of Amsterdam
Griekse en Latijnse taal en cultuur
Griekse en Latijnse taal en cultuur
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 11 eerstejaars |
| 54% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
5/5 VU University Amsterdam
Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur
Griekse en Latijnse Taal en Cultuur
| star Keuzegids topopleiding 2016 Keuzegids topopleiding 2017 Keuzegids topopleiding 2018 Keuzegids topopleiding 2018 |
| € 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 5 eerstejaars |
| ?% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.
Na de studie
If you want to continue to a Master's degree programme after you graduate, as most students do, you will have a wide range of programmes to choose from. With a Bachelor's degree in Classics, you are eligible for the following complementing Master's tracks at the University of Groningen:
- Classics
- Ancient History
- Digital Humanities
- Educatieve Master: Grieks en Latijn (Dutch taught)
- Classical, Medieval and Early Modern Studies (research)
The last two Master tracks will respectively prepare you for a job in secondary school education and research in higher education.
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
The diverse range of course units within an Arts degree, the training in language proficiency and the acquired critical and analytical abilities, have prepared students of the BA Classics for a range of different professions. Graduates of the BA Classics often end up in education or in research. You also have the possibility of becoming a staff member of a university) library or a museum (depending on your specialisation). Graduates of this degree programme have also continued to work as in jour
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