Students of Classical Philology at the KU scientifically approach the following topics:

• Ancient Greek and Roman literature
• Latin linguistics
• Didactics of the Latin language
• Historical, cultural and social aspects of Ancient Greece and Rome

The subject can be studied in the Interdisciplinary Bachelor’s degree program as a major or minor subject in the Aisthesis. cultural and media studies variant or in the flexible variant in the amount of up to 70 ECTS credits, in combination with at least one other subject and/or the Studium Individuale.

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Latin literary studies

Classical philology is the study of Ancient Greek and Roman texts from the beginnings of Western literature to works from Late Antiquity. The KU’s teaching and research in Classical Philology covers all areas of the discipline and focuses on the Classical Roman period (from the time of the late Roman Republic to the early Roman Empire) and Latin Late Antiquity. Students are taught methods and approaches from both literary and cultural studies. In addition, connections are made to other disciplines of classical studies (Ancient History and Classical Archaeology) and to modern Literary Studies.

Latin linguistics

During their study of Latin linguistics, KU students learn about the developments of the Latin language from its first emergence to Late Antiquity, with a focus on the Classical Latin period. In addition to linguistic analysis and historical linguistics, great importance is placed on students being able to actively use the language.

Didactics

The didactics of Latin at the KU Eichstätt-Ingolstadt offers a professional supplement to the study program of Classical Philology for students of Latin as a teaching subject in theory and practice. This also includes the supervision of accompanying internships at secondary schools (Gymnasien) in the region.

Structure

In the first semesters, the focus is initially on courses that teach the basics of literary studies as well as subject-specific linguistic content. In addition, the courses that prepare for the Graecum examination are integrated into the module plan. For students who already have the Graecum, courses in Greek literary history are offered as an alternative.

In the following semesters, these topics will be deepened: Literature and cultural studies will be practiced in various seminars (also on Greek literature) and supplemented by lectures.

Facilities

The KU offers a library that not only lies in a very idyllic location, but is also very well equipped for the subject Classical Philology.

The KU maintains a partnership network with around 300 universities worldwide. The KU International Office supports students in the planning phase and provides information on different financing possibilities for stays abroad.

The Classical Philology department maintains numerous partnerships with institutes and facilities at European universities. Details can be found on our website (available in german).

The Interdisciplinary Bachelor's degree program provides for an internship at a private or public institution, which brings students into contact with possible professional fields at an early stage. Students also have the possibility to complete their internship abroad; for individual advice and support in finding an internship and financing possibilities, the KU Career Service and the International Internship Service are happy to help.

Career prospects

The main professional field for graduates of the program is the teaching profession at secondary school (Gymnasium). In addition, however, the same professional fields that are open to other graduates of programs in the humanities are also open to graduates of this program, i.e. a career in academia or in libraries, foundations and publishing houses.