Classics, Minor

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Program Overview

As a classics minor, you will explore the worlds of the ancient Greeks and Romans. You’ll have the opportunity to master Greek and Latin, which gives you a unique advantage in the sciences and liberal arts. Classics instructors know that you learn best when you put your brain to work. This means classes include open discussions, group activities, and guided close readings.

Classics, Minor

Where You'll Go

Declaring a minor allows you to explore other areas of interest and make interdisciplinary connections, and minors complement your major. By declaring a minor, you can set yourself apart as a candidate for job opportunities in medicine, law, finance, technology, communications, or all levels of teaching. Careers in communications also specifically demand the type of rhetorical training and broad knowledge base provided by studying the classics.

Minor Details

The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.

Minor Requirements (12 Credits)

Twelve credits in Classics, Greek, or Latin courses. With departmental permission, relevant courses in other departments may be substituted.

All courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

Contact

David Schur

2404 Boylan Hall
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P: 718.951.5000 ext. 6664

Brian Sowers

2404 Boylan Hall
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P: 718.951.5000 ext. 6696

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