About Classics
About Classics
Our students develop skills in writing, research, critical thinking and delivering oral presentations, while gaining an appreciation of the Greek and Roman worlds. Students also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at archaeological digs and at the McMaster Museum of Art.
Undergraduate Course Outlines
View your Classics studies course outline to find assignment due dates, assessments and more.
Undergraduate Academic Advising
Need help? Connect with one of our academic advisors and find the resources you need to help you on your academic journey.
Graduate Programs
Learn about our research focus and details about our MA and PhD Classics graduate programs.
NEWS & STORIES
November 11, 2021
MA and PhD opportunities with the University of Rome available!
New MA and PhD opportunities in archaeology and Classics with the University of Rome allow students to participate in archaeological excavations in Italy, while studying at one of the disciplines’ top schools. McMaster University and The University of Rome are rolling out a new partnership that will include the exchange of graduate students between … Continued
October 12, 2021
From constellations to Classics
Pietropaolo joined the Classics department at McMaster as an assistant professor in 2018, and is now an associate professor. Last year, she celebrated the release of her first book, The Grotesque in Roman Love Elegy....
Many humanities graduates become professional chameleons of sorts. We leave university with these highly developed critical thinking and communication skills and can apply them to any number of industries.
Forms and Documents
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Classics Department Job Opportunities
Find out about Classics department job opportunities.
Numismatics in the Department of Classics
We engage in the study of ancient coins both inside and outside of the classroom.
Centre for Ancient Numismatics
A platform for hands-on, interactive learning and dynamic research focused on ancient coinage.
