Apr 26, 2025  
Graduate Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Graduate Catalog 2021-2022

Classical and Oriental Studies


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Overview

The Department of Classical and Oriental Studies offers graduate programs in Latin and Chinese.

The Chinese Language and Literature program offers language courses in Modern Chinese (Mandarin) and Classical Chinese as well as courses taught in English on traditional and modern Chinese literature and culture.

The Latin program is offered with the Classical and Oriental Studies Department and is designed to serve individuals who do not have certification in the teaching of Latin. The applicant must be admitted by both the School of Education and the Classical and Oriental Studies Department.

What can I do with my degree in Classical and Oriental Studies?

The master’s degree program (Academic Plan: CHINAE-MA) prepares candidates to teach Chinese in grades 7-12 to students of diverse backgrounds, abilities and interests. This program is not designed for individuals who already have NYS certification in Chinese 7-12.

The Latin master’s and advanced certificate programs prepare candidates to teach Latin in grades 7-12 to students of diverse backgrounds, abilities and interests. This program is not designed for individuals who already have NYS certification in Latin 7-12.

Programs and Courses in Chinese and Latin

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