Classics Memorial University of Newfoundland

Overview

The Classics programme at Memorial University of Newfoundland offers a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Mediterranean world, focusing on the cultures of Greece and Rome. This multidisciplinary degree integrates the study of ancient texts, archaeology, and material culture to understand how antiquity continues to shape modern institutions and contemporary perspectives. Students develop critical insights into gender, ethnicity, and socio-economic class through the lens of the past.

Why Classics at Memorial University of Newfoundland?

The Department of Classics provides a robust academic environment with particular strengths in ancient technology, medicine, and historiography. Students benefit from unique collaborative initiatives, such as the language-teaching consortium with Dalhousie University and international partnerships with the University of Ibadan. The curriculum is designed to help students make informed observations about the future by deeply understanding classical traditions and their reception in later societies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 22500 per year
• National fee: CAD 6750 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum offers a diverse range of subjects covering history, philosophy, and the arts. Modules may include:

• Gods in Classical Mythology
• Greek Art and Architecture
• Tragic Drama in Greece and Rome
• Critical Reading and Writing
• Language Study
• Quantitative Reasoning

Careers with Classics

Graduating with a degree in Classics from Memorial University of Newfoundland equips students with versatile analytical and editorial skills. The programme prepares individuals for diverse professional paths in heritage, education, and design.

While some of these career paths may require further specialised graduate study or professional certification, the foundational skills in research and critical analysis provide a strong platform for employment in both the public and private sectors.