Modern Greek Language and Literature

Overview

Programs in modern Greek language and literature teach people current dialects and uses of Greek. Students learn how to apply the knowledge to business and technology.

Modern Greek language and literature programs include topics such as:

• Reading, writing, and speaking Greek
• Art
• Anthropology
• Greek history
• Greek culture and society
• Translation techniques
• Literature and poetry
• Folklore and film
• Dialects
• Linguistics

Concentrations

In modern Greek language and literature programs, students may be able to specialize in:

• Conversation
• Interpreting
• Literature
• Teaching

Schools

A few colleges and universities offer bachelor’s degrees in modern Greek language and literature. A bachelor's degree usually takes about four years of full-time study.

See schools that offer this program.

Related Educational Programs

• Classical Languages and Literature
• Linguistics
• Second Language, General
• Western European Studies

Related Careers

Careers Directly Related to this Program of Study

• Interpreters and Translators
• University and College Teachers

Program Admission

You can prepare for this program by taking courses in high school that prepare you for college. This typically includes four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, and two years of science. Some colleges also require two years of a second language.

Below is a list of high school courses that will help prepare you for this program of study:

• Ancient and Medieval History
• Ancient Civilizations
• Contemporary World Issues
• Humanities
• Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
• Second Language
• Western Civilization
• World Area Studies
• World Geography
• World History

Graduate Admissions

Admission to graduate programs is competitive. You need a bachelor's degree, good grades, and good test scores. In addition, you must be able to demonstrate that you can speak, read, write, and understand Greek at an advanced level.

Additional requirements at some schools include:

• Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General
• Letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Academic writing sample

Typical Course Work

Program Courses

This program typically includes courses in the following subjects:

• Applied Phonetics
• Civilization and Cultural History
• Conversation and Composition
• Linguistics
• Literary Studies
• Literature, Folklore, and Film
• Reading Skills
• Translation
• Study in the modern Greek language or its dialects (beginning, intermediate, advanced)

Graduate Program Courses

Graduate programs in modern Greek language and literature typically require:

• Required courses
• Thesis (master's degree)
• Preliminary exams (doctoral degree only)
• Dissertation and dissertation defense (doctoral degree)

Things to Know

Students who major in modern Greek language and literature may be required or encouraged to spend some time living, working, and studying abroad. Most programs coordinate semester abroad or work internships. In most cases, you can participate in these after you have completed at least two years of language study.

Colleges that do not have complete programs in modern Greek language and literature may offer elective courses as part of a major in interdisciplinary studies or liberal arts.

Many programs offer modern Greek as part of Classics programs.

Schools

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