Listed below are the requirements for the Classics Major – Ancient Greek Language and Literature Concentration. In addition to the requirements for the major, students must also satisfy all of the university general education requirements and the College of Letters & Science breadth and other degree requirements. Degree requirements will vary depending on when you took your first college class. You are strongly advised to consult your advisor to ensure you stay on track towards a degree. Read more about the degree requirements on the L&S Degree Requirements web pages.
Ancient Greek Language and Literature Major Concentration
The Ancient Greek Language and Literature major concentration requires the completion of 33 credits, including the following. A total of 15 credits of all courses in the major must be at the 300 level or above taken in residence at UWM.
Students must complete the L&S research requirement in the context of a Classic, Greek, or Latin course of their choosing at the 300 level or above, under the supervision of the instructor of that course. The student should inform the instructor of their intention to use the course for the L&S research requirement at the start of the course.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| GREEK 103 | First Semester Greek | 4 |
| GREEK 104 | Second Semester Greek | 4 |
| GREEK 205 | Third Semester Greek (or equivalent) | 4 |
| CLASSIC 201 | Introduction to Greek Life and Literature | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select four additional courses in Greek at the 300 level or above | 12 | |
| Select six additional credits chosen from Greek, Latin, and/or Classic courses | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 33 | |