Nisus ait: dine hunc ardorem mentibus addunt
Euryale, an sua cuique deus fit dira cupido?
Despite being one of the older and more traditional courses offered by the university, Classics thrives as a vibrant subject with a strong linguistic focus that is combined with a dynamic multidisciplinary component. Students learn Latin and Greek and look at a wide variety of texts in the original language, reading all the greats of ancient literature as well as some of the more obscure authors. There is also an opportunity to engage with and specialise in other sub-disciplines: philosophy, history, art and archaeology, and linguistics.
Those applying with A-level Latin and/or Greek may be admitted to the standard three year course (with intensive classes for Latin or Greek if not studied to A-level), while those who have not had the opportunity to study the classical languages are encouraged to apply for the special four year course, which includes a preliminary year spent focusing intensively on Latin. Whatever your background, it is your capacity for academic study that will determine the outcome of your application: you will have an equal chance of success whether you apply to study for three years or four. Homerton already has a strong tradition of supporting the four year course, and will continue to do so.
Interviews will be held in December, and entry requirements will usually be A*AA for those applying before their A-level examinations. More details of the Classics course can be found on the Classics Faculty’s website:
