Classical Studies vs Classics

Was just wondering if Classical Studies is considered a lesser subject in

comparison with Classics in the eyes of employers?

Reply 1

Catsmeat

All "Classical Studies" assumes is that you have no previous experience of Classical languages (in terms of qualifications, that is). Its essentially the same degree. If you want to start languages from begginers level then go for classical studies. If you want to start from Intermediate or Higher level go for Classics.

Any degree in classics (be it studies or not) is very broad church: Languages, literature, politics, history, archaeology, art history, theology, philosophy etc etc etc. You are by no means disadvantaged by having "Studies" at the end of your degree title.

Reply 2

Angelil

Interesting, it's the other way round at Exeter....but yeah, what you said :smile:

Reply 3

Phileas_Fogg

Isn't Classical Studies perceived as being something of a soft-option?

Reply 4

Angelil

In a manner of speaking...I would say you're taking the easy way out if you're taking Classics/Classical Studies and totally avoiding the ancient languages.

Reply 5

Phileas_Fogg

yeah lol, that was what I was trying to say, without offending anyone. Of course, for those who have had no experience of the languages, there are some courses which allow you to learn both from scratch..

Reply 6

Angelil

Yes, as I have done :smile:

Year 1: Past and Present I and II (both English Lit courses)
Greek and Roman Narrative
Beginners' Latin

Year 2: Revolutions and Evolutions
Desire and Power (both English Lit courses)
Greek and Roman Drama
Intermediate Latin

Year 3: Irish Lit
Dissertation
Plato's Republic
Beginners' Greek

SORTED :biggrin:

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