(Including Classical Greek, Classical Philology, and Latin)
Chair of the Department: James A. Dengate
Correspondence and Information: Department of the Classics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 4072 Foreign Language Building , 707 South Mathews Avenue, Urbana, IL 61801; (217) 333-1008
GRADUATE FACULTY
Professors: G. M. Browne, W. M. Calder III, H. H. Hock, H. Jacobson, J.
K. Newman, D. Sansone, L. Zgusta
Associate Professors: J. A. Dengate, E. R. Hostetter
Assistant Professors: J. Fogel, S. D. Olson, M. G. Parca
Emeritus Professor: J. J. Bateman, M. Marcovich
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
The Department of the Classics offers graduate work leading to the master of
arts in classics, Greek, Latin, teaching of Latin, and the doctor of philosophy
in classical philology. Although the graduate program is designed to provide a
thorough education in classical studies in the widest sense, students may
concentrate at different stages upon Greek and Latin language and literature
(including papyrology, Byzantine and Renaissance authors); classical
archaeology; or, in conjunction with the appropriate department, comparative
literature, ancient history, ancient philosophy, and classical linguistics. A
statement of "Regulations for Advanced Degrees in the Classics" and special
programs for prospective secondary school teachers may be obtained from the
departmental office.
ADMISSION
In addition to meeting the admission requirements of the Graduate College,
applicants for admission to graduate study in the classics curriculum must
ordinarily present at least 20 hours in either Greek or Latin and 15 hours in
the other language; candidates for admission to the Greek or Latin curriculum
must ordinarily present at least 20 hours in that language. Previous work in
ancient history, ancient art and archaeology, philosophy, literary criticism,
or linguistics is desirable.
MASTER OF ARTS
The master of arts may be taken in classics, Greek or Latin. Candidates for
this degree must complete 8 units of course work. For the AM in Classics: 6
units of Greek and Latin, with at least 2 units in each language and at least 3
units at the 400 level (excluding 400-401); 2 units of electives; and
sight-translation examinations in both languages. For the A.M. in Greek
(Latin): 5 units in Greek (Latin) with at least 3 units at the 400 level; 3
units of electives; and sight-translation examination in Greek (Latin). With
the consent of the student's adviser, up to 2 units of thesis research may be
counted toward elective credit for the A.M. in classics, Greek, or Latin. For
the A.M. in the teaching of Latin: 4 units of Latin in regular courses,
including 311, with at least 3 units at the 400 level; 2 units of appropriate
education courses; and 2 units of appropriate electives.
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The doctor of philosophy is offered only in classical philology, which requires
advanced work in both Greek and Latin. Candidates for the Ph.D. program are
eligible for acceptance upon completion of the master's degree in classics or
its equivalent. Once admitted, they must complete at least 16 additional units
of course work. These include 6 units in Greek and Latin, with at least 2 units
in each language and at least 5 at the 400 level, 2 units of appropriate
electives, and up to 8 units of thesis research. The department requires a
reading knowledge of two ancillary languages, German and French or Italian.
Knowledge of one of these must be demonstrated at the time of admission to
Stage II and the other before the start of the second year at Stage II.
Admission to the thesis level requires passing examinations in Greek and Latin
sight-translation, the history of Greek and Latin literature, and a special
author, as well as the preliminary oral examination.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Two periodicals are edited in the department: Illinois Classical Studies
and Journal of Coptic Studies.
FINANCIAL AID
University fellowships and departmental fellowships are available for the
academic year. Teaching assistantships are available for both the academic year
and Summer Session Term II.
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