A Massey Graduate Diploma in Arts Classical Studies is a way for graduates in other subjects to get the equivalent of a major in classical studies. Gain a deep understanding of 21st century culture Knowledge of ancient Greece and Rome is essential for an understanding of our own modern civilisation. The Greeks and Romans had a profound and lasting influence on world culture in the areas of philosophy politics science medicine law language and literature art and architecture. They also created and developed nearly every genre of Western literature and have led to numerous modern adaptations in a variety of media, including theatre, music, art, film, television, streaming, and video games. In the Graduate Diploma in Arts Classical Studies you can trace meaningful connections between classical antiquity and our own 21st century civilisation. Follow your passion and enhance your future Classical studies is interdisciplinary you can study what you enjoy and focus on subject areas that spark your interest. You can explore the classical world from many angles literature, history, art, mythology, religion, war, sexuality, and interaction with other neighbouring civilisations. Our evidence for the ancient world is challenging. It is sometimes fragmentary, sometimes obscure, often biased or distorted. With a Massey BA Classical Studies you will make sense of it through argument and interpretation, thus acquiring and developing a sought-after range of skills. World-class learning Massey offers passionate and friendly lecturers. It also offers world-class distance-learning qualifications and multimedia learning materials. Further study If you successfully complete your Graduate Diploma in Arts, you could go on to study a Postgraduate Diploma in Arts or a Master of Arts.