古典文学是对古代地中海世界的研究，尤其着重于大约公元前2000年至公元600年的希腊和罗马文明。圣玛丽大学的“古典”课程侧重于古希腊和罗马的社会历史，考古学，艺术和建筑元素，尽管我们还教授古典希腊语和拉丁语课程。我们的课程还包括一些介绍古代近东和埃及的课程，并且我们有关早期希腊艺术和历史的许多课程都指出近东和埃及文化在希腊古希腊和古典社会的建立以及这些文化团体在古典和希腊文化时期的希腊知识成就中所扮演的角色。
Studying Ancient Greek and Roman civilizations can reveal the answers to some of society's modern challenges. Ancient Studies is the study of the ancient Mediterranean world. It is one of the core topics in the humanities, providing students with a broad perspective on the origins of western literature, art, architecture, philosophy, and religion.<br><br>Develop insight into what it means to be human within the context of ancient Greek, Roman and Near Eastern societies. You will also develop valuable critical thinking and writing skills. The Ancient Studies program at Saint Mary's University focuses on elements of the social history, archaeology, art, and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome.<br><br>n Ancient Studies, youll have the chance to participate in a field school held at the Roman imperial villa site of San Felice (Puglia), Italy. Get first-hand insight into the nature of imperial landholdings in south Italy, including issues related to commerce and slavery, and the process of cultural changes. Youll take part in an archaeological research project and learn field and laboratory techniques including excavation, field survey, and artifacts processing, environmental archaeology, photography, drawing, and artifact analysis.