The Bachelor of Arts in Classics at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) explores the history, literature, philosophy, mythology, politics, and cultures of Ancient Greece and Rome. The program is ideal for students who wish to understand the foundations of Western civilization while developing strong analytical, research, and communication skills.

Students can complete Honours, Major, or Minor studies in Classics within the Bachelor of Arts program. The program is suitable for students pursuing Classics as a primary field of study, a double major, or preparation for professional programs such as law, journalism, education, architecture, library science, and museum studies.

Program Highlights

• Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree.
• Study Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations.
• Available as Honours, Major, or Minor.
• Minimal or no ancient language study required.
• Excellent option for a double major.
• Develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills.
• Eligible for the Canadian Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Skills You Will Develop

• Critical Thinking
• Historical Research
• Written & Oral Communication
• Analytical Reasoning
• Problem Solving
• Cultural Understanding
• Interpretation of Historical Texts
• Academic Research

Areas of Study

• Ancient Greek Civilization
• Roman Civilization
• Classical Mythology
• Ancient History
• Classical Literature
• Ancient Philosophy
• Archaeology
• Classical Culture

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized secondary/high school qualification equivalent to Canadian Grade 12.

Minimum admission requirements vary by country.

For Indian applicants, acceptable qualifications include:

• All India Senior School Certificate
• Indian School Certificate
• Higher Secondary School Certificate
• Intermediate Certificate

Minimum overall requirement: 40% (subject to faculty/program-specific requirements).

Applicants must also satisfy any required prerequisite subjects for admission to the Faculty of Arts.

Official Country-Specific Admission Requirements:
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/countries.html

English Language Requirements

Fredericton Faculty of Arts requires a higher English language proficiency.

Accepted English tests include:

• IELTS Academic: Overall 7.0
• PTE Academic: 68
• Duolingo English Test: 130
• TOEFL iBT: 100 (Pre-2026) or 5 Overall (January 2026 onwards)
• CAEL CE / CAEL Online: 80
• Cambridge C1 Advanced: 190

Applicants may qualify for an English language exemption if they meet UNB's official exemption policy, including CBSE/CISCE Class XII English (minimum 75%) or other approved qualifications.

Official English Language Requirements:
https://www.unb.ca/international/admission/english.html

Special Requirements

The Classics program is available as an Honours, Major, or Minor within the Bachelor of Arts. Students may also complete Classics as part of a double major with other humanities disciplines.

The program emphasizes the study of Ancient Greece and Rome without requiring extensive language study, making it suitable for students interested in history, culture, literature, philosophy, and professional preparation.

No portfolio or interview is required for admission. Program-specific prerequisite subjects may apply.

Official Program Information:
https://www.unb.ca/academics/programs/

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue careers as:

• Commissioning Editor
• Manager of Heritage Programs
• Civil Servant
• Technical Author
• News Analyst
• Travel Writer
• Museum Technician

The program also provides an excellent foundation for postgraduate studies in Law, Education, Museum Studies, Library Science, Journalism, History, Archaeology, Classical Studies, and other humanities disciplines.

Official Program Information:
https://www.unb.ca/academics/programs/