Although at least two years of course work in the relevant language is essential, students should practice for this examination on their own, or in study groups, during the year in which they plan to take it. Competency in reading at least one of the ancient languages is an essential element of the major. In general, students in classical and medieval studies should put together their classes to build toward the senior-year thesis and the expertise that it requires. The Program in Classical and Medieval Studies maintains a homepage on the world wide web where curricular changes and special events are posted. Courses Appropriate course offerings among the various departments vary from year to year.
Scheduling is determined by individual departments.
From time to time a special classical and medieval studies symposium may be offered. Course descriptions are available under the various departmental listings. Courses titled as Classics, Greek, or Latin are listed under the Department of Classical and Romance Languages and Literatures. How We Make the Distant Past. At first glance the classical and medieval past seems like a stable, remote, and quiet place.