Degree options
Single Honours degrees
- Latin
- Classics (includes the study of both Latin and Greek)
Joint Honours degrees
Latin may be studied jointly with Ancient History, Arabic(W), Classical Studies, Comparative Literature, English, French(W), Greek, Hebrew, Italian(W), Mathematics, Mediaeval or Modern History, Middle East Studies, New Testament, Philosophy, Russian(W) or Spanish(W).
* (W) indicates With Integrated Year Abroad option available.
Other degrees
Latin first and second level modules may be studied as part of a General Degree, or to complement Honours degrees in other subjects.
It is also possible to study Latin in combination with two Modern Languages, all available With Integrated Year Abroad. Any two of the following languages may be read in conjunction with Latin: French, German (only for beginners in German), Italian, Russian, Spanish.
No previous knowledge of Latin is required.
More information on programme requirements.
Latin
- Why study Latin?
- Latin at St Andrews
- Degree options
- Programme requirements
- Modules: sub-honours
- Modules: Honours
- Undergraduate entry requirements
What the students say
'The course is excellent, challenging but not overpowering'
'... designed both to reinforce ... basic language skills and to begin a thoughtful examination of Latin literature'
'...some fine teaching and an interesting course...' (First Year Students).
Undergraduate enquiries
All admissions queries should be sent to the University admissions department; they will forward relevant questions to our admissions officer.