Arts - Classical Studies

Maynooth University

Course code
MH101
QQI level
Level 8
NFQ type
Duration
3 Years
Attendance
CAO points
300
NFQ Level 8

Course summary

You will investigate the foundations of western civilisation in the history, literature, philosophy and culture of the ancient Greeks and Romans, encountering figures such as Homer, Plato, Cicero and Caesar, whose works and achievements have inspired writers, artists, thinkers and politicians down to the present day. In first year Greek and Roman Civilization you will be introduced to the ancient world through the myths of the ancient Greeks and the fall of the Roman Republic.