The Bachelor’s in Classical Studies at Acadia University is a 4 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Acadia University, located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, is a prestigious Canadian institution renowned for its commitment to excellence in education and research. Established in 1838, Acadia offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, professional studies, and more. With a focus on providing a personalized and transformative learning experience, Acadia University fosters a tight-knit community where students thrive academically and personally. The university's picturesque campus, situated in the beautiful Annapolis Valley, provides an ideal environment for intellectual exploration, innovation, and growth. Acadia University is dedicated to equipping its graduates with the skills, knowledge, and experiences necessary to succeed in their chosen fields and make a meaningful impact on the world.
Bachelor’s in Classical Studies at Acadia University
By choosing Classical Studies, you will explore the ancient civilizations that shaped our world and influenced the way we live and think today. Classics studies the languages, literatures, history, and society of ancient Greece and Rome. It also offers courses in the archaeology of ancient Egypt and the Mediterranean world. By choosing classical studies at Acadia, you will grow your capacity to understand the modern world and the global challenges we all face. You will explore global history through the archaeology, mythology, and cultural legacy of Greece and Rome. To help you understand this rich historical context, you will develop language skills in Greek and Latin. The classical studies program stresses critical writing and reading skills. In fourth year, you will have the opportunity to write an honours thesis based on primary research in an area of your interest. Acadia offers a personalized education. In classical studies, you can explore your interests. Our course selection is flexible. One of the first things you will notice when you arrive on campus is that you are a big part of your small classes. That increased level of contact and participation enhances your learning. It also improves your connection to professors and your fellow students inside the classroom and beyond. Our experienced faculty will encourage you to share your ideas. You will gain insight into the civilizations that shaped our world. You will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to address complex issues facing society. Show less
FIRST YEAR AT A GLANCE FIRST SEMESTER CLAS 1123 Roman Civilization ENGL 1413 Writing & Reading Critically 1 LANG xx13 Language other than English SOCIAL SCIENCE xx13 Introductory social sciences course SCIENCE xx13 Introductory science course
SECOND SEMESTER CLAS 1113 Greek Civilization ENGL 1423 Writing & Reading Critically 2 LANG xx23 Language other than English SOCIAL SCIENCE xx23 Introductory social sciences course SCIENCE xx23 Introductory science course
Acadia University is a prestigious Canadian institution located in the scenic town of Wolfville, Nova Scotia. Founded in 1838, Acadia has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, professional studies, and more. With a commitment to personalized education and small class sizes, Acadia provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. The university's beautiful campus, nestled in the picturesque Annapolis Valley, offers a vibrant and close-knit community where students can immerse themselves in a rich academic and social experience. Acadia University is dedicated to preparing its students for success by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to thrive in their chosen careers and contribute meaningfully to society.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied a degree in English before - Can demonstrate a high level of English - Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
