Ancient Cultures Minor

The ancient cultures minor at Saint Joseph’s University inspires students to embrace visionary thinking through an interdisciplinary curriculum.

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What is the Ancient Cultures Minor?

The ancient cultures minor at Saint Joseph’s University explores the cultures and practices of indigenous peoples throughout history, drawing connections between our past and present. You will study classical literature, ancient history, religion, ancient languages, archaeology, culture and tradition to better understand how the societal constructs within our world have evolved over time.

What Can I Do With an Ancient Cultures Minor?

The ancient cultures minor offers courses that serve the needs of multiple academic departments and allow specialization in a variety of areas that complement existing programs, including ancient Near East, ancient history, archaeology and biblical teachings. Students have gone on to pursue jobs as the following:

  • Historian
  • Archaeologist
  • Theologian
  • Professor
  • Anthropologist

How Will Saint Joseph's University Prepare Me for a Career in Ancient Cultures?

An ancient cultures minor from Saint Joseph’s University will provide the philosophical, historical and cultural insights necessary to pursue a career in a broad range of industries, including classical studies, archaeology, ancient languages, anthropology and more. You will learn how to analyze and reconstruct the past to make more informed decisions about the future, which is an applicable skill in any profession.

How to Pursue Ancient Cultures at Saint Joseph's University

Courses in ancient languages, literature and civilization offered through the ancient cultures minor complement classes in many other disciplines, including majors in:

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