An Introduction to Classical Studies
Classical studies involves looking at the ancient Greek and Roman world from the perspective of many different disciplines. Learn how these ancient cultures continue to resonate, as we explode the myth that the subject is either high-brow or elitist by demonstrating how accessible and relatable it is to us all today.
Event Information
Price: £17.00
Course Weeks: 1
Room: Kincaid Hall
Campaign: Summer 2026 Workshop Week
Your Tutor
Name: Paul Drew
Bio: Paul Drew has a degree in English & Media, a first-class degree in Classical Studies, and is a member of both the Roman Society and the Hellenic Society. As Managing Director of an award-winning production company, he has travelled the world producing content for international brands. He has helped bring Classics to a wider audience by making short films with, amongst others, the Faculty of Classics at the University of Cambridge and with the UK’s foremost Hellenist, Professor Edith Hall. His enthusiasm for Classics is rooted in how our ancient cultures continue to resonate, and his approach is to explode the myth that the subject is either high-brow or elitist by demonstrating how accessible and relatable it is to us all today.
Department: Humanities