Study ancient civilizations and texts in a program that resonates with contemporary questions of faith and existence.
Houston Christian University’s (HCU) Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Classics degree program stands out for its confident approach to integrating the study of ancient civilizations and Greek and Latin languages, offering a unique perspective on the classical world that is academically robust and spiritually enriching.
Through a flexible hybrid format, students interested in the intersection between the classical world and the early Christian movement not only study the languages and literature of the classical world but also develop a nuanced understanding of their impact on modern culture and thought.
As a Classics major, learn to accurately interpret the Old Testament, New Testament, and essential Greek and Latin literature and critically integrate historical context in projects that open career opportunities and PhD and graduate studies. Our graduates emerge as thoughtful leaders, ready to contribute with wisdom and insight in academia, ministry, or any field that values depth of knowledge and clarity of thought.
The field of classical studies encompasses the study of ancient Greek and Roman civilization. An important focus of the Classics major is the study of the Greek and Latin languages. The Classics degree also includes study of ancient Greek and Roman literature, history, philosophy, archaeology.