Courses / Subject

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

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• 15 credit option only in 1st year.
• Only one of these can be taken as a double subject since the extra 15 credits for each are taught at the same time: Anthropology, Computer Science, German (beginner), History, International Development, Law, Sociology, Spanish (beginner).
• Students who receive an overall 2:1 in first year (with a 2:1 in a Classical subject) may transfer to the BA in Classics in 2nd year.

 

GC1F15 - GREEK & ROMAN CIVILIZATION

Credits: 15 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		GOD & HEROES: INTRODUCTION TO GREEK CIVILIZATION	GC151	7.5	1
		MAKING ROME: CULTURE, POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN THE ROMAN REPUBLIC	GC152	7.5	2

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

GC2DM - GREEK & ROMAN CIVILIZATION

Credits: 30 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		GREEK TRAGEDY	GC204	5	2
		HOMER, TROY AND EARLY GREECE	GC225	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1A	GC298A	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1B	GC298B	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2A	GC299A	5	2
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2B	GC299B	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 1	GC227	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 2	GC228	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO GREEK PHILOSOPHY	GC230	5	1
		OVID: POET OF METAMORPHOSIS, EXILE, AND LOVE	GC226	5	2
		POWER AND THE PEOPLE IN IMPERIAL ROME	GC217	5	1
		UNDERSTANDING THUCYDIDES: THE FLOWERING OF GREEK HISTORIOGRAPHY	GC224	5	2
		WOMEN IN GREECE & ROME	GC215	5	1

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

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Commencing September 2023

GC2MJ - CLASSICS

Credits: 40 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		GREEK TRAGEDY	GC204	5	2
		HOMER, TROY AND EARLY GREECE	GC225	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1A	GC298A	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1B	GC298B	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2A	GC299A	5	2
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2B	GC299B	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 1	GC227	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 2	GC228	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO GREEK PHILOSOPHY	GC230	5	1
		OVID: POET OF METAMORPHOSIS, EXILE, AND LOVE	GC226	5	2
		POWER AND THE PEOPLE IN IMPERIAL ROME	GC217	5	1
		UNDERSTANDING THUCYDIDES: THE FLOWERING OF GREEK HISTORIOGRAPHY	GC224	5	2
		WOMEN IN GREECE & ROME	GC215	5	1

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

GC2SM - GREEK AND ROMAN CIVILIAATION

Credits: 60 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		GREEK TRAGEDY	GC204	5	2
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1A	GC298A	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1B	GC298B	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2A	GC299A	5	2
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2B	GC299B	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 1	GC227	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 2	GC228	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO GREEK PHILOSOPHY	GC230	5	1
		OVID: POET OF METAMORPHOSIS, EXILE, AND LOVE	GC226	5	2
		POWER AND THE PEOPLE IN IMPERIAL ROME	GC217	5	1
		UNDERSTANDING THUCYDIDES: THE FLOWERING OF GREEK HISTORIOGRAPHY	GC224	5	2
		WOMEN IN GREECE & ROME	GC215	5	1

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

GC2MI - GREEK & ROMAN CIVILIZATION

Credits: 20 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		GREEK TRAGEDY	GC204	5	2
		HOMER, TROY AND EARLY GREECE	GC225	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1A	GC298A	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 1B	GC298B	5	1
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2A	GC299A	5	2
		INTENSIVE INTRODUCTORY LATIN, 2B	GC299B	5	2
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 1	GC227	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 2	GC228	5	2
		OVID: POET OF METAMORPHOSIS, EXILE, AND LOVE	GC226	5	2
		POWER AND THE PEOPLE IN IMPERIAL ROME	GC217	5	1
		UNDERSTANDING THUCYDIDES: THE FLOWERING OF GREEK HISTORIOGRAPHY	GC224	5	2
		WOMEN IN GREECE & ROME	GC215	5	1

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

GC3DM - GREEK & ROMAN CIVILIZATION

Credits: 30 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		A WORLD FULL OF GODS: RELIGIOUS LIFE IN THE ROMAN EMPIRE	GC316	5	2
		ESSAY PROJECT	GC350	5	2
		FIRE FROM HEAVEN: THE RISE OF MACEDONIA & ALEXANDER THE GREAT	GC313	5	1
		GREEK LAW AND POLITICAL THEORY	GC318	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 3	GC327	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 4	GC328	5	2
		POETRY OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE	GC399B	5	2
		POETRY OF THE ROMAN REPUBLIC	GC398B	5	1
		PROSE LITERATURE OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE	GC399A	5	2
		PROSE LITERATURE OF THE ROMAN REPUBLIC	GC398A	5	1
		ROMAN LAW AND SOCIETY	GC319	5	2
		THE AENEID & THE STORY OF ROMAN EPIC	GC309	5	1
		THE CLASSICAL WORLD IN MODERN MEDIA	GC332	5	2

Greek and Roman Civilization involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy and material culture of two of the most influential periods in human history.
As an interdisciplinary subject, Classics spans an immense range of human experience over some 1700 years, from the late Bronze Age through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman civilizations were of foundational importance for medieval, Renaissance and modern Europe, and can claim an almost global impact.

• In Maynooth, students are introduced to the complexities and diversity of the ancient Mediterranean cultures, through many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; colonies, cities, civilization and “the barbarian”; ideologies of empire; people and elites; women and gender; friendship, sexuality, and norms of beauty; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy.
• All material is studied in English translation. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected. Options exist for students to take modules in Greek and/or Latin languages as part of the programme in Greek & Roman Civilization

Tradition and influence. Study of Greek and Roman civilizations goes back to the foundation of Maynooth as a college in 1795. All the “greats” have studied Greece and Rome in some form, including (but not limited to) Karl Marx, W.B. Yeats, Seamus Heaney and J.K. Rowling.

The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for both teaching and research. Staff are friendly, and relatively small class sizes allow students to get individual attention and feel at home.

Interdisciplinary. Few other degrees offer as much, from heroic epic and lyric songs to philosophical systems to imperial politics. An all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life.

GC3MI - GREEK & ROMAN CIVILISATION

Credits: 20 Not compulsory:

		Module	Code	Credits	Semester	Compulsory
		A WORLD FULL OF GODS: RELIGIOUS LIFE IN THE ROMAN EMPIRE	GC316	5	2
		ESSAY PROJECT	GC350	5	2
		FIRE FROM HEAVEN: THE RISE OF MACEDONIA & ALEXANDER THE GREAT	GC313	5	1
		GREEK LAW AND POLITICAL THEORY	GC318	5	1
		INTRODUCTION TO ANCIENT GREEK 3	GC327	5	1
		POETRY OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE	GC399B	5	2
		POETRY OF THE ROMAN REPUBLIC	GC398B	5	1
		PROSE LITERATURE OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE	GC399A	5	2
		PROSE LITERATURE OF THE ROMAN REPUBLIC	GC398A	5	1
		ROMAN LAW AND SOCIETY	GC319	5	2
		THE AENEID & THE STORY OF ROMAN EPIC	GC309	5	1
		THE CLASSICAL WORLD IN MODERN MEDIA	GC332	5	2