Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Classics

Purpose of the Program

The Post-Baccalaureate Program in Classics at the University of California, Davis, is designed for students who already have a B.A. but seek additional training in Greek and Latin language, literature, and cultural studies in order to strengthen their preparation for graduate school in Classics and related fields, such as Ancient History, Art History and Archaeology, Comparative Literature, and Philosophy. The Program gives these students a rigorous, yet flexible program which can be tailored to their own needs and background. It can help students improve their facility in the ancient languages and also give them a taste of the experience of graduate study at a major research university. The Post-Baccalaureate Program may also be of value for high school and community college teachers seeking to refresh their knowledge and improve their credentials.

Course of Study

The Post-Baccalaureate Program in Classics requires residence for a minimum of three quarters, and the completion of at least six upper division courses, or 24 units. The minimum requirements for completion of the Program are to reach the level of proficiency equivalent to two years of advanced study in one of the ancient languages, Latin or Greek, and one year of advanced study in the other language. High school teachers seeking to improve their skills in Latin only may substitute courses in cultural studies of the ancient Mediterranean world for the Greek language courses. The exact program of study for each student can be adapted to the student's needs, and the time needed to complete the program will depend on the student's background and level of preparation. Students who have good language skills in one ancient language may move directly to advanced study in that language, while improving their skills in the second language. In addition, students are are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the University's offerings of advanced study in Classics and other allied areas, such as art history, ancient history, and philosophy. Students are also encouraged to acquire a reading knowledge of German and French. Each student will receive individual advising, not only on the design of a Post-Baccalaureate Program, but also about career goals and application to graduate schools. Upon successful completion of the Post-Baccalaureate program, students will receive a Postgraduate Certificate from UC Davis Extension.

Tuition and Fees

Enrollment is through the Open Campus: Concurrent Courses Program administered by UC Davis Extension. Please request information on the program for fees and enrollment procedures. The current fee structure charges $700 per 4-unit course. There will also be a $45 application fee. Fees cover instruction and a library card.

Financial Aid

UC Davis Extension can provide information on continuing education loan programs. Please see the information under Student Services, Loan Information Post-Baccalaureate students may also be eligible for employment as readers in undergraduate Classics courses.

Application Process

To enter this certificate program, the student should send the following:

• Completed application form: http://classics.ucdavis.edu/content/studentinfo/AppForm
• College or University transcript, with date of actual or expected B.A. degree clearly indicated
• Statement of purpose (one typed page)
• Two letters of recommendation from college or university instructors
• $45 application fee, payable to Regents of U.C.

The material should be sent to: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Classics,Registration Office,UC Davis Extension, University of California, 1333 Research Park Drive, Davis, CA 95616-4852.

For further information about the Classics Program, contact Rex Stem, srstem@ucdavis.edu.

For information on financial aid and other University Extension Student Services, contact Beth Partridge, bpartridge@unexmail.ucdavis.edu.