This programme is aimed at students who are interested in ancient Greece and Rome. Classics studies the past, both for its own sake and for its relevance to the present. Classics is an international discipline, studying cultures different from our own which are also the basis of Western civilization. The Greek and Roman Civilization programme is interdisciplinary, comprising history, literature, art, archaeology, and philosophy. Students have the opportunity to examine ancient artefacts in the Classical Museum, and to go on a study tour of Greece. We aim to inspire students with our passion for the subject, and inform their learning by our expertise. Students learn how to research the subject, think critically about it, and present their work both orally and in writing. Teaching is a mixture of lectures and small-group work, and makes full use of online resources. A range of assessment methods is used which enables students to demonstrate their achievement of the learning outcomes for different modules.
- School
- School of Classics
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Level
- Undergraduate
- NFQ Level
- Award
- Bachelor of Arts
- Mode of Delivery
- On Campus
- Programme Director
- Dr Martin Brady
- Overall Programme Credits:
- Programme Credits:
- Stage 1
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 1
Core/Option: 55 Electives: 5
Stage 2
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 3
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 3
Core/Option: 60 Electives: 0
Stage 4
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10 - Major/Minor Core & Option Credits:
- Stage 2: 25
Stage 3: 25
Stage 4: 25
Curricular information is subject to change.
As so much of European culture looks back to Classical Antiquity, studying Classics will give you insights not just into the ancient past but also into the ideas and texts that shaped the present. Three subjects are offered within the BA Joint Honours degree, which you can take separately or combine: Greek & Roman Civilisation • Latin • Greek • Greek & Roman Civilisation explores the Classical World through history, literature, art, archaeology, mythology and philosophy.
1 - synthesize information from a wide range of primary and secondary sources about Greek and Roman history, literature, art, archaeology, and philosophy
2 - analyse primary evidence, place it in its context, and assess its reliability
3 - analyse and interpret important examples of literary, historical, philosophical, or scientific texts
4 - articulate a critical appreciation of important artistic works and key aspects of material culture
5 - demonstrate understanding of diverse academic viewpoints on the interpretation and evaluation of the civilizations of Greece and Rome
6 - analyse the values and achievements of ancient Greece and Rome, and articulate their relevance to later historical periods and cultures
7 - work independently, manage their own workload, take responsibility for submitting assignments on time, and understand the importance of good timekeeping
8 - submit written work which is coherently argued, backed up by evidence, well-presented, and documented in an academic format appropriate to the discipline
9 - deliver oral presentations clearly and confidently, and engage constructively in group discussions
2 - analyse primary evidence, place it in its context, and assess its reliability
3 - analyse and interpret important examples of literary, historical, philosophical, or scientific texts
4 - articulate a critical appreciation of important artistic works and key aspects of material culture
5 - demonstrate understanding of diverse academic viewpoints on the interpretation and evaluation of the civilizations of Greece and Rome
6 - analyse the values and achievements of ancient Greece and Rome, and articulate their relevance to later historical periods and cultures
7 - work independently, manage their own workload, take responsibility for submitting assignments on time, and understand the importance of good timekeeping
8 - submit written work which is coherently argued, backed up by evidence, well-presented, and documented in an academic format appropriate to the discipline
9 - deliver oral presentations clearly and confidently, and engage constructively in group discussions
UCD School of Classics has links with the Universities of Athens, Brno, Catania, Cyprus, Erlangen and Stuttgart. Non-EU exchange opportunities include the University of Melbourne, Australia and the University of Virginia, USA.
Our graduates have highly-valued skills, including research, data analysis, presentation and critical reasoning. Graduates pursue a wide range of careers, such as: Advertising, Broadcasting, Journalism, Teaching, IT, Law, Business, Speech-writing and Advocacy.
You can continue your study of the ancient world at UCD with a taught MA in Classics and a research degree – MLitt or PhD. For details, see www.ucd.ie/classics/study.
Stage 2
Students take one core module and choose four option modules
Stage 3
Choose five option modules.
Stage 4
Choose five option modules.
Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
| Trimester | Credits | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Stage 2 Core Modules |
GRC20220 | Greeks, Romans, and Barbarians | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 4 of: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 20 credits from the option list below. |
GRC20010 | Alexander and his Successors | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 4 of: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 20 credits from the option list below. |
GRC20130 | Study Tour of Ancient Greece | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 4 of: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 20 credits from the option list below. |
GRC20240 | Piracy in World History | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 4 of: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 20 credits from the option list below. |
GRC20030 | Early Roman Empire | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 4 of: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 20 credits from the option list below. |
GRC20270 | The Athenian Empire | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 4 of: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 20 credits from the option list below. |
GRC20300 | Women in Ancient Greece | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20010 | Alexander and his Successors | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20240 | Piracy in World History | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30080 | The Oedipus Myth | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30330 | Death and the Afterlife in the Ancient World | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30560 | Economies of the Roman Empire | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20030 | Early Roman Empire | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20270 | The Athenian Empire | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20300 | Women in Ancient Greece | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30070 | Family Life in Ancient Greece | Spring | 5 |
Stage 3 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30290 | Magic in the Ancient World | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20010 | Alexander and his Successors | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20240 | Piracy in World History | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30080 | The Oedipus Myth | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30330 | Death and the Afterlife in the Ancient World | Autumn | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30560 | Economies of the Roman Empire | Autumn | 10 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20030 | Early Roman Empire | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20270 | The Athenian Empire | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC20300 | Women in Ancient Greece | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30070 | Family Life in Ancient Greece | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A) Min 25CR: Please ensure that you register to a minimum of 25 credits from the option list below. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take an additional option module in place of their elective, if they wish.. |
GRC30290 | Magic in the Ancient World | Spring | 5 |
See the UCD Assessment website for further details
Module Weighting Info
Module Weighting Info
| Award | GPA | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programme | Module Weightings | Rule Description | Description | ||
| BHACS001 | Stage 3 - 50.00% Stage 2 - 50.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
| Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
|||
| Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
|||
| Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |
|||
| BHACS023 | Stage 3 - 70.00% Stage 2 - 30.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
| Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
|||
| Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
|||
| Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |
|||
| BHACS027 | Stage 4 - 50.00% Stage 3 - 30.00% Stage 2 - 20.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
| Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
|||
| Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
|||
| Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |
|||
| BHACS031 | Stage 3 - 70.00% Stage 2 - 30.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
| Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
|||
| Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
|||
| Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |
|||