Classics is the study of the languages Ancient Greek and Latin, which have been taught at the University of Melbourne since its very foundation and have been a core element of higher education for many centuries. The overall objective of the Classics program is to introduce students to key literary texts from classical antiquity (including history, drama, oratory, philosophy, epic, and lyric poetry), and to enable students to discover the many important contributions which reading ancient texts in the original languages can make to understanding both the ancient world and the Western tradition. A knowledge of Ancient Greek and Latin is also very useful for research and training in such related disciplines as biochemistry, medicine, the history and philosophy of science, archaeology, Biblical studies, history, philosophy, art history, Romance language studies, English literary studies, and music. Students who major in Classics may progress through one or both of these languages from beginners level (entry point 1) and are encouraged to take subjects in both languages. Students who have completed one of these languages at VCE may begin studying the language at entry point 3 and are required to commence studying the other classical language at level 1 (entry point 1). INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES Students who complete the Graduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation should be able to: apply appropriate skills and methodologies for the reading and translating of Ancient Greek and Latin texts; demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the vocabulary, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics of the Ancient Greek and Latin languages; demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the literature of ancient Greece and Rome in the original languages; identify and engage critically with scholarship in the field of Classics; approach all evidence about classical literatures, cultures and societies with intellectual honesty and a respect for ethical values; articulate the relationship between different classical Greek and Latin texts and the social, historical and cultural contexts that produced them; communicate translations and interpretations of classical Greek and Latin texts effectively, both orally and in writing; and work effectively, in groups and independently, to identify, discuss and critically analyse key issues in the interpretation of classical Greek and Latin texts. Who is it for? The Graduate Diploma in Arts is designed for students who have an undergraduate degree in an unrelated area of study. If you're keen for further study, or want to gain new skills, you will be introduced to a specialised area and emerge with a fresh body of knowledge. The 12-month structure gives you an opportunity to explore a new discipline before deciding on a longer period of study - it's an ideal program because there's no assumed knowledge in your chosen area. Mix and match your subjects in the Graduate Diploma in Arts and improve your communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The Graduate Diploma in Arts in this area of specialisation requires: Ancient Greek Entry Point 1 & Latin Entry Point 1 six compulsory subjects (75 points) two core subjects (25 points) Depending on the area of study you specialise in, with a Graduate Diploma in Arts you can expect to advance in areas including: Higher research and academia Public service Private enterprise Entry-level positions Graduates from this degree have worked as: Secondary school teacher Senior policy advisor Librarian Solicitor