Minor in Classical, Ancient, and Medieval Global Studies

Location(s): Main Campus

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Overview

The Interdisciplinary Minor in Classical, Ancient, and Medieval Global Studies (CAMGS) is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with an understanding of the culture of the pre-modern world. In conjunction with a major program in anthropology, art history, English, history, philosophy, or political science, the Minor in CAMGS will prepare students for cross-cultural and comparative understanding of the great ancient civilizations and societies spanning the globe. It will assist students planning graduate study in the major field, and can serve to enrich one’s experience and achieve a fuller understanding of contemporary cultures.

Program Requirement

The minor consists of 21 units. Prior approval must be obtained from the advisor for selected topics and directed study courses. No more than 6 units taken for credit in the student’s major program can be used to meet requirements for the minor. Each student’s program must be approved by the director and principal advisor of the CAMGS program.

Contact of the Program

Timothy Doran (tdoran2@calstatela.edu)

Learning Outcomes

Requirements for the Minor (21 units)

Take courses in at least three of the following six areas for a total of 21 units. Prior approval must be obtained from the advisor for selected topics and directed study courses.

Area I: Anthropology and Art (3-12 units)

Area II: Mythology, Literature, and Rhetorical Theory (3-12 units)

Area III: History and Political Theory (3-15 units)

Area IV: Philosophy (3-12 units)

Area V: Science (3 unit)

CHEM 3800 - Ancient and Modern Science (also listed as HIST 3800, PHIL 3800 ) [3]

Area VI: Languages (3-12 units)

Through directed study in any of the departments associated with this minor whose faculty are qualified to direct such study: Greek, Latin, A selected classical figure, or topic

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