Classics Courses at Mount Allison

Degree Programmes, Minors, Majors

Courses 2012-2013

Degree Programs, Minors, Majors

Disciplinary B.A. Programs

MINOR in Classical Studies is 24 credits earned as follows:
18 from Classics, Latin, or Greek; or PHIL 1601
6 from Classics, Latin, or Greek at the 3/4000 level
Students may choose a minor program with an emphasis on Ancient History, Classical Literature or Art and Archaeology

MINOR in Greek is 24 credits earned as follows:
18 from GREK 1001, 1101, 2001, 2101, and Greek at the 3000 level
6 from Greek, Latin, or Classics

MINOR in Latin is 24 credits earned as follows:
18 from LATI 1001, 1101, 2001, 2101, and Latin at the 3000 level
6 from Greek, Latin, or Classics

MAJOR in Classical Studies is 60 credits earned as follows:
6 from LATI 1001, 1101, GREK 1001, 1101
36 from Classics, Greek, Latin, of which 24 must be from the 3/4000 level
18 from complementary courses in Arts and Letters and Humanities (or others), chosen in consultation with the Program Advisor

HONOURS in Classical Studies is 72 credits earned as follows:
12 from LATI 1001, 1101, GREK 1001, 1101
6 from LATI 2001, 2101, GREK 2001, 2101
6 from Greek/Latin at the 3000/4000 level OR CLAS 4950/4951
48 from Classics/Greek/Latin, of which 33 must be at the 3/4000 level

Back to Top

Fall 2012

CLAS 1641 (3.00) Classical Mythology: Hero's Quest Instructor:I. Cohen
An introduction to the heroes and heroines of classical myth through the literature and art of ancient Greece and Rome. The course will examine the major cycles of Greek heroic saga, including stories about the Trojan War, the Wanderings of Odysseus, the exploits of Hercules, and the Voyage of Jason and the Argonauts, as well as the adventures of Aeneas and the foundation myths of Rome. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours)
HIST/CLAS 2021 (3.00) Instructor: R. Nadeau Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic World Exclusion: HIST/CLAS 3011 An examination of the career of Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic era that followed his conquest of the eastern Mediterranean. Among the main themes included will be the goals of Alexander, the new political climate of kingship and patronage that he helped create, the interaction of the Greeks with the civilizations of Egypt and the East, and the integration of new cultural ideas into Greek society. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) [Note: This course is cross-listed as CLAS 2021 and may therefore count as 3 credits in either discipline.]
CLAS 2051 (3.00) Women in Antiquity
Instructor: T. Sukava
Using written and material evidence, this course will explore the economic, social and political roles of women in the societies of ancient Greece and Rome, as well as the development of the Western idea of the female in antiquity. Secondarily, it will introduce and explore the social theories commonly applied to the study of gender in history. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) [Note 1: This course is cross-listed with HIST 2051 and may therefore count as 3 credits in either discipline.

CLAS 3001 (3.00) Democracy and Imperialism in Classical Greece Instructor: R. Nadeau
An examination of archaic and classical Greek history and civilization from the emergence of the polis to the fall of the Athenian empire. Main themes include the development of political institutions, warfare, and gender relation. Emphasis is placed on historical methods and the interpretation of ancient evidence. Prereq: Second-year standing and three credits from any Classics or History course at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) [Note: This course is cross-listed as CLAS 3001 and may therefore count as 3 credits in either discipline.]

CLAS 3201 (3.00) Greek Tragedy Instructor: I. Cohen
A study of Greek tragic drama as it developed in Athens of the fifth century B.C.E. The course will examine (in translation) the main surviving plays of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Prereq: Second-year standing and three credits from any Classics course at the 1000 or 2000 level; or permission of the Department. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours)

CLAS 3601 (3.00) The Birth of Greek Art Instructor: I. Battiloro
A study of the art and archaeology of the Greek world from the Bronze Age to the end of the Persian invasion. This period saw the rise and fall of two Bronze Age civilizations, and the emergence of Athens as the cultural and political leader of the Mediterranean world. The architecture, painting, sculpture and minor arts will be studied with attention to their historical and cultural contexts. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) Prereq: Second-year standing and three credits from any Classics course at the 1000 or 2000 level or FINA 2001 or 2011; or permission of the Department.


GREK 1001 (3.00) Introductory Ancient Greek I Instructor: I. Cohen
An introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of ancient Greek for students with no previous knowledge of the language. Through grammatical exercises, composition, and the reading of prescribed texts, the student will develop a basic understanding of the language of classical Athens. Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun (Format: Lecture 3 Hours, Tutorial 1 Hour) Exclusion: GREK 1000

GREK 3101 (3.00) Readings in Greek Poetry Instructor: I. Cohen
The translation and study of the work of one or more Greek poets. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) Prereq: GREK 2010; or permission of the Department.

LATI 1001A (3.00) Introductory Latin I Instructor: I. Battiloro
An introduction tothe grammar and vocabulary of ancient Greek for students with non previous knowledge of the language. Through grammatical exercises, composition, and the rading of prescribed texts, the sutdent will develop a basic understanding of ht elanguage of classical Athens. Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun (Format: Lecture 3 Hours, Tutorial 1 Hour) Exclusion: LATI 1000

LATI 2001 (3.00) Intermediate Latin Instructor: J. Lynd
This course introduces students to the reading of unadapted passages from ancient authors. While the emphasis is on developing a fluency in reading Latin, it also reviews basic Latin grammar and presents some more advanced grammar and syntax. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours). Prereq: LATI 1101; or permission of the Department

LATI 3001 (3.00) Readings in Latin Prose Instructor: J. Lynd
The translation and study of the work of one or more Latin prose authors. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours). Prereq: LATI 2101; or permission of the Department

LATI 4001 (3.00) Directed Readings in Latin Instructor: J. Lynd
This course is a detailed study of one or more Latin authors. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) [Note 1: Permission of the Department is Required. Note 2: LATI 4001 may be taken for credit more than once if the topic differs.]
		Back to Top
Winter 2013
CLAS 1631 (3.00) Greece and Rome: the Foundations of Western Civilization
Instructor: R. Nadeau
The political and social history of ancient Greece and Rome will be surveyed with a focus on the themes of Law, Politics, War, and Society. Special attention will be paid to Athens in the fifth and fourth centuries B.C.E. and to Rome under Caesar Augustus. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) [Note 1: This course is cross-listed with HIST 1631 and may therefore count as 3 credits in either discipline.]

CLAS 2531 (3.00) The Archaeology of Religion in the Greek and Roman World Instructor: I. Battiloro
An examination of the evidence used by archaeologists to recreate the religions of the ancient Greeks and Romans. The course will consider how archaeology reveals ancient views and practices involved in the worship of the Olympian Gods; the religions of Egypt and the Near East; Royal and Emperor cults; Mithraism and mystery cults; Judaism; and early Christianity. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours)

CLAS/HIST 3051 (3.00) Health and Medicine in the Ancient World Instructor: T. Sukava
Employing both material and literary evidence, this course surveys the conditions of life and common ailments and treatments of the inhabitants of the Greek and Roman world from ca. 1000 B.C.E. to ca. 500 C.E.. It also examines the origins of Western medicine in Greek and Roman science, alongside its alternatives, such as magic. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) Prereq: Second-year standing and three credits from any Classics, History, or Philosophy course; or permission of the Department. [Note 1: This course is cross-listed with HIST 3031 and may therefore count as 3 credits in either discipline.]

CLAS 3611 (3.00) The Splendours of Classical and Hellenistic Greek Art Instructor: I. Battiloro
A study of the art and archaeology of the Greek world from the Persian invasion to the coming of the Romans. This period saw the achievements of Athenian democracy, the subsequent dissolution of Athenian power, the domination of the Macedonians under Alexander, and the spread of Greek culture throughout the Mediterranean and beyond. The architecture, painting, sculpture, and minor arts will be studied with attention to their historical and cultural contexts. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours). Prereq: Second-year standing and three credits from any Classics course at the 1000 or 2000 level or FINA 2001 or 2011; or permission of the Department.

CLAS 3991 (3.00) Special Topics in Classics Instructor: R. Nadeau
(Format: Lecture 3 Hours)

GREK 1101 (3.00) Intermediate Greek I Instructor: I Cohen
A continuation of the study of the ancient Greek language. This course adds new grammar and continues to build vocabulary, while concentrating on the development of a reading facility in ancient Greek .(Format: Lecture 3 Hours, Tutorial 1 Hour). Prereq: GREK 1001; or permission of the Department. Exclusion: GREK 1000.

GREK 3001 (3.00) Readings in Greek Prose Instructor: I. Battiloro
The translation and study of the work of one or more Greek prose authors. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours). Prereq: GREK 2101; or permission of the Department.
LATI 1101 (3.00) Introductory Latin II Instructor: R. Nadeau
A continuation of the study of the Latin language. While adding new grammar, this course concentrates on reading comprehension and vocabulary building. Three class periods per week, plus a fourth hour to be arranged after classes have begun. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours, Tutorial 1 Hour). Prereq: LATI 1001; or permission of the Department. Exclusion: LATI 1000

LATI 2101 (3.00) Intermediate Latin Readings Instructor: H. vanderLeest
A reading of selected works by Latin authors. This course will acquaint the student with some of the forms of ancient prose and poetry. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours). Prereq: LATI 2001; or permission of the Department.

LATI 3101 (3.00) Readings in Latin Poetry Instructor: J. Lynd
The translation and study of the work of one or more Latin poets. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours). Prereq: LATI 2101; or permission of the Department.

LATI 4951 (3.00) Special Project in Latin Instructor: J. Lynd
Directed readings and study of a special topic in Latin language or literature, or in Roman history. (Format: Indpendent Study) Permission of the Department is Required.
		Back to Top