Ancient Greek is the language in which many of the basic concepts underlying western society to this day have found expression for the first time; and ancient Greek culture and thought are at the root of many strands of modern thinking in Europe and beyond. A degree program with a major in Greek language gives the student to opportunity to read texts from archaic Greece down to late antiquity and Byzantium in various contexts – political, religious and philosophical – as well as to take other courses on the history and culture of the Greek-speaking world.
After studying this degree, the students can choose to pursue various programs including Translator, interpreter, languages teacher, tourism, media, social and community work, foreign affairs, trade, customs, immigration, aid agencies, research assistant.
