Minor in Classics
The Classics minor at Houston Christian University provides students with an enriching 18-credit hour program exploring the foundations of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Through a blend of language study and cultural coursework, the curriculum provides an engaging and timeless forum for critical thinking, textual analysis and historical interpretation. Beginning with foundational courses in Classical Greek, Biblical Greek or Latin, students establish a strong linguistic foundation before advancing to specialized topics in ancient philosophy, literature and cultural studies.
Course Requirements
Required Core (6 hours):
- Classical Greek I & II, Greek Grammar I & II or Elementary Latin I & II
Electives (12 hours selected from):
- Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
- The Greek World
- The Roman World
- Ancient/Medieval Political Thought
- General Linguistics
- New Testament Theology
- Introduction to Judaism
- History of Christianity
- Jesus and His Teachings
- Paul and His Letters
For students across disciplines, from philosophy to ministry to pre-law, the Classics minor offers valuable insights into the foundations of Western civilization and early Christian thought. Business majors will discover how ancient wisdom applies to modern leadership, while students in scientific fields benefit from enhanced analytical and language skills. The program’s emphasis on careful reading and interpretation of texts prepares students for graduate studies or any career requiring strong research and critical thinking abilities.