Department of Classical and Early Mediterranean Studies

Study Abroad

Ruins in Greece

Greece

Photo Credit: Jane Berry

Classical Studies majors and minors have studied abroad all over the world. Many Classics majors/ minors study abroad to gain important cross-cultural perspectives, conduct research, work on language skills, and experience the actual places of the history and archaeological sites. This page contains information that will assist Classics majors/ minors determine how best to integrate study abroad into their Brandeis careers.

Sample of Approved Programs

For more details on these and other programs for Classics majors, visit the Brandeis Approved Programs List. There you can also filter options to search for unique program traits like internships or research.

Study Abroad Liaison

To assist students with their academic choices abroad and to help answer any questions about receiving major/minor credit while abroad, each academic department and program has assigned a faculty member to serve as the Study Abroad Liaison. As every department has different policies regarding credit from abroad, the Study Abroad Liaison can assist you with guidance on major/minor credit. Find the Study Abroad Liaison for Classics here.

Receiving Credit in Classics

Students wishing to receive credit in Classics for coursework done off-campus during the academic year should discuss these plans with the Study Abroad Liaison. All students as part of their application process for either a summer or semester term abroad will be required to have a course proposal reviewed by the department if they wish to receive credit in that major/minor. For the semester, this is an initial conversation and students should continue to discuss plans with the department as they have more course information (syllabi, etc.). For the summer, courses are pre-approved. Upon return, semester students should complete the Petition to Request Substitution for a Requirement form for final and formal review.