Anthropology (M.A.) and Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies (B.A.)
Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies (CAMS) is the study of ancient civilizations that arose and flourished around the Mediterranean basin (including Egypt, Greece, Rome, Anatolia, Israel, Mesopotamia, and North Africa) from the “cradle of civilization” in Mesopotamia (ca. 4000 BCE) to the end of Greco-Roman antiquity (ca. 600 CE). CAMS investigates the whole scope of the ancient Mediterranean world and trains students to interpret the linguistic and archaeological evidence of the greatest ancient cultures.
Degree Types: Integrated Undergraduate-Graduate
Degree Options
Popular Double Majors or Minors
- Museum Studies Certificate
- International Affairs Certificate
- Art History
- History
About the Program
Why should I pursue this degree?
You might like this program if…
- You want to learn the methods of archaeology and archaeological interpretation with the goal of reconstructing the social practices and historical development of different peoples in the ancient Mediterranean.
- You want to master an interdisciplinary subject with a long-term perspective on the human condition and on cultural achievements across diverse geographical regions.
- You want to pursue a career in education, archaeology, or law.
Transferable Skills
- Written and Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Observation and Analysis
- Analytical Reasoning and Detail Oriented
- Adaptability and Curiosity
Coursework
Opportunities to explore the following topics:
- Methods and Theories related to Archaeology
- Current Literature in Integrative Anthropology
- Ancient Languages
- Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology
Out-of-Classroom Experiences
Internships
- The FBI’s Visiting Scientist Program (VSP)
- The Smithsonian Institute
- The Louise Lamphere Internship Program (The American Anthropology Organization)
Education Abroad Destinations
Greece
Israel
Italy
Career Paths
Continuing Education
- Law School
- Research Studies
- Museum Certifications
Job Titles
- Archeological Technician
- Curatorial Assistant
- Forensic Anthropologist
- Research Analyst
- Professor
- Applied Anthropologist
Industries
Cultural Resource Management, Higher Education, Law, Musuems
Employers
- The Smithsonian Institute
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Have questions about this program?
Future students, contact the Liberal Arts Recruitment Team.
Current students, contact your academic adviser.
This program is housed
in the Department of Anthropology and the Department of Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies
at Penn State University Park.