Greek
Overview
Ancient Greek language, literature, and culture are foundational to Western civilization. At New College, students can pursue a Secondary Field in Ancient Greek, pairing it with any other Area of Concentration (AOC) offered in the curriculum. For students in related fields such as history, philosophy, classics, art history, or religion, Ancient Greek can complement their primary area of study and enhance their understanding of relevant texts and contexts.
Requirements for the Joint AOC in Greek
A minimum of six (6) academic units, four of which must be Ancient Greek Language.
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| Greek Language Courses | |
| Select four from the following examples: | |
| Elementary Ancient Greek | |
| Elementary Homeric Greek II | |
| Advanced Greek: Euripides' Cyclops* | |
| Advanced Greek: Lucian's True History | |
| Other Courses | |
| Select two courses in Greek, Latin, or Classics more generally; some exmples include: | |
| Advanced Greek: Herodotus' Histories* | |
| Advanced Greek: Euripides' Medea* | |
| Advanced Latin: Pliny, Natural History | |
| Greek Monsters and Marvels* | |
| Ancient Greek Drama* | |