Classical Greek is essentially the Attic Greek dialect spoken and written by the Athenians of the fifth and fourth centuries BC. A very large portion of the Ancient Greek texts that we possess today was written in this dialect. Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) was taught Attic Greek, and with the spread of his domain through his conquests, Attic Greek became the koine dialect – the common Greek world dialect.

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics offers first-year Classical Greek. Upper-level courses in Classical Greek and courses in literature, ancient history and culture are offered by the program in Classical Studies. For specific program requirements and the list of program courses, please consult the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Programs of Study section.

For general regulations and enrolment information for 1000-level Greek courses please see Languages, Literatures and Linguistics within this section. For general regulations and enrolment information for 2000-, 3000- and 4000-level Greek courses please see below.

Prerequisites for 2000-level Greek courses: AP/GK 1000 6.00 or equivalent or permission of director of classical studies.

Prerequisites for 3000-level Greek courses: AP/GK 2000 6.00 or equivalent or permission of director of classical studies.

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