Bachelor of Arts - Classic Acadia University

By choosing Classical Studies at Acadia, you will grow your capacity to understand the modern world and the significant global challenges we all face.

As a student of classics, you will learn about global history while focusing on archaeology, mythology, and the cultural legacy of Greece and Rome. In order to maximize your understanding of this rich historical context, you will develop language skills in Greek and Latin. The Classical Studies program stresses critical writing and reading skills. In fourth year, you will have the opportunity to write an honours thesis based on primary research in an area of your interest.

Founded in 1838, Acadia University is one of the oldest and most respected liberal arts universities in Canada. It is located in the town of Wolfville, which is perfectly nestled amongst the majority of Nova Scotia wineries in the Annapolis Valley and is home to the Bay of Fundy, which sees the world’s highest tides going up to 50 metres. Wolfville town has a population of 4,500 full-time residents.

Acadia University is 94 kilometers away from the Halifax Stanfield Airport. The university campus is spread across 250 acres of space and is located just 500 meters from the ocean. More than 3,500 students are enrolled in the university.

Acadia University is ranked among the top 5 undergraduate universities in Canada and is ranked as No. 1 in Nova Scotia. Its Co-op Program is nationally accredited and has been recognized as one of the best in the country. Under this program, a student can earn up to 10,000 CAD per work term, and gain up to one year of professional work experience.

We believe that an education at Acadia University is one of the most valuable investments our students can make for their future. Each year the university's Scholarships and Financial Aid Office awards more than 4 million CAD in scholarships, scholar-bursaries, awards, and prizes to new and returning students.