Classical Studies Major Related Careers
The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
Classical Studies
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Classical Studies (Latin and Greek) allows students to explore the world of the ancient Greeks and Romans through an interdisciplinary study of literature, art, and history. In learning these languages, students can deepen their understanding of contemporary social, political, and aesthetic issues. Proficiency in Latin and Greek can also give students access to medical terminology used in health professions.
Students will learn to read Latin and Greek at the beginning of their coursework. In the intermediate and advanced courses of this major, students will have the opportunity to study with faculty whose research focuses on Roman and Greek writers, philosophers, art, law, society, and more.
This major is a good fit for students who are interested in exploring languages and cultures of the ancient world, hope to study abroad or travel, and/or have an interest in cultural opportunities like art museums, theatre, opera, and ballet.
For more information on the Classical Civilizations major, visit the departmental website and the College of Arts and Sciences Academic Bulletin.
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Academic information
University Division's Explore Programs tool is the place to go for academic information about any IUB major, minor, or certificate.
Open in Explore Programs- Historians
- Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
- Interpreters and Translators
- Anthropologists
- Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary
- Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
- Copy Writers
- English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
- History Teachers, Postsecondary
- Public Relations Specialists
- Archivists
- Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
- Geographers
- Geography Teachers, Postsecondary
- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
- Political Scientists
- Reporters and Correspondents
Career Interests
John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
This major consists of the following themes:
- Investigative
- Artistic
- Social
Classical Studies Major Related Skills
Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
Analytical
- Analyze
- Research
- Evaluate
Communication
- Listen
- Speak or Interact
- Write
Creative
- Visualize
- Conceptualize
- Author or Compose
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Career Guides
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