Minor in Classics
The field of classics consists of the study of the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome, including their languages and literature, history and archaeology. A minor in classics is an excellent complement to any major and provides a solid foundation for students interested in the development of Western Civilization.
Degree Requirements
The Minor in Classics requires 18 credit hours of coursework.
(6 CL classes required [18 credits], of which 4 must be 300-level or higher)
This minor track focuses on the study of the classical languages. Students may focus solely on either Greek or Latin, or may study both Greek and Latin.
Language Requirement
· Four classes in Greek and/or Latin at the 300/400-level
GR 301, GR 302, GR 401, GR 402; LAT 301, LAT 302, LAT 401, LAT 402
Civilization Requirement
· Two additional CL courses
(6 CL classes required [18 credits], of which 4 must be 300-level or higher)
This minor track combines the study of either Greek or Latin with the study of classical culture more generally.
Language Requirement
· Two classes in Greek and/or Latin at the 300/400-level
GR 301, GR 302, GR 401, GR 402; LAT 301, LAT 302, LAT 401, LAT 402
Civilization Requirement
· Four additional CL courses, two of which must be at the 300/400-level
(6 CL classes required [18 credits], of which 4 must be 300-level or higher)
This minor track emphasizes the study of Greek and Roman culture. There is no language requirement.
Distribution Requirement
· CL 222 (Greek Civilization) and CL 223 (Roman Civilization)
· Four additional CL courses at the 300/400-level
Acceptance Criteria
Students wishing to pursue a Minor in Classics must complete all General Education Requirements with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Student Testimonials
"I am forever grateful to the University at Buffalo's Department of Classics for its amazing professors, for the close-knit community it provided, and for the opportunities my degree has given me."
– Gabriel Malone, BA '06