About Greek & Roman Studies
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About Greek & Roman Studies
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.
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Undergraduate Programs
Discover more about our Greek & Roman Studies undergraduate programs.
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View your Greek & Roman studies course outline to find assignment due dates, assessments and more.
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Graduate Programs
Learn about our research focus and details about our MA and PhD Classics graduate programs.
NEWS & STORIES
June 26, 2024
The Development of Latin in Anatomical Terminology
Dr. Stephen Russell, instructional assistant for the Department of Greek and Roman Studies, discusses the complications that arise with recent changes in Latin anatomical terminology for the online magazine The Conversation. The article, titled New language guidelines for anatomy aim to improve clarity, but they could reduce understanding instead, looks at the impact of the … Continued
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May 24, 2024
Classical Association of Canada 2024 Annual Conference
McMaster University’s Department of Greek and Roman Studies was well represented at the 2024 Classical Association of Canada (CAC) Annual Conference, which took place May 14-16, in Quebec City, at Université Laval. Papers were delivered by several members of the department: Claude Eilers, Associate Professor – “Titus’ autograph and the Bellum Judaicum as … Continued
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STUDY ABROAD
Learn more about study abroad programs to enhance your Greek & Roman studies experience.
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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.
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Greek & Roman Studies Job Opportunities
Find out about Greek & Roman Studies department job opportunities.
Numismatics in the Department of Greek & Roman Studies
We engage in the study of ancient coins both inside and outside of the classroom.
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