Classical Philology

Information on the Latin and Ancient Greek courses

On this page you will find all relevant information about the Latin and Ancient Greek language courses as well as the associated final examinations, which can be used to prove the language skills required to register for the Bachelor's thesis. If you have any further questions, please contact the course instructor Dr. Richard Schorlemmer.

Information on language courses

Requirements for registering the Bachelor's thesis

Depending on the subject, the following language requirements apply for registration of the Bachelor's thesis:

Teaching degree in History, Philosophy and Protestant Theology (Gymnasium/Gesamtschule):
Proof of knowledge of Latin at the level of the Kleines Latinum
Teaching degree in Catholic Theology (grammar school/comprehensive school):
Proof of knowledge of Ancient Greek for the study of Catholic Theology
Teaching degree in Protestant Theology (Gymnasium/Gesamtschule):
Additionally required: Graecum

Proof of language skills

Proof of the required language skills is provided by passing the final examinations in:

Latin II (for knowledge of Latin at the level of the Kleines Latinum)
Ancient Greek II (for knowledge of Ancient Greek for the study of Catholic theology)

Course structure

The language courses are organized as follows:

Winter semester (lecture period):
- Latin I
- Ancient Greek I
Lecture-free period afterwards:
- Latin II (4-week intensive course)
- Ancient Greek II (4-week intensive course)
Summer semester:
- Repetition courses (2 SWS) to prepare for the examinations in Latin II and Ancient Greek II
  (Note: The contents of Latin/Ancient Greek I and II are assumed and deepened).

Acquisition of the Latinum or Graecum

For the acquisition of the Latinum or Graecum is additionally required:

Participation in Latin III or Ancient Greek III in the summer semester

Examination dates and registration forms for the Latinum or Graecum examination can be found at

Homepage of the Arnsberg district government

Course materials required

The following teaching materials are used for the language courses:

Latin I and II

Textbook:
Unikurs Latein (ISBN: 978-3766175953)
Accompanying grammar:
Grammadux (ISBN: 978-3766152404)
Dictionary:
Stowasser (ISBN: 978-3637015494)

Ancient Greek I and II

Textbook:
Kantharos (2018) (ISBN: 978-3126632126)
Accompanying grammar:
Grammateion (2018) (ISBN: 978-3126632164)
Dictionary:
Gemoll (ISBN: 978-3637002340)

Latin and Ancient Greek III

Material:
Reading script

Notes on grammar books and dictionaries

Grammar books can also be purchased second-hand without any disadvantages.
When buying a second-hand dictionary, it is essential to ensure that it does not contain any entries or markings.
The Stowasser edition from 2016 is recommended for Latin courses. This edition is also used to practise using the dictionary in the course.
The use of older editions or other dictionaries is generally possible. In this case, however, students must learn the relevant content and how to use it independently.
Dictionaries that:
- contain entries or markings
- contain additional grammatical explanations or tables

Next exam dates

31.07.2026, 10:00-12:00 s.t., Room: AR-H 103
09.10.2026, 10:00-12:00 s.t., Room:
You can register for the exam by e-mail with your matriculation number.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes in advance.
You only need a pen and your dictionary for the exam.

Language certificates from private institutes

Language certificates from private institutes are examined on a case-by-case basis, but are generally not recognized, even if formal equivalence is stated. The reason for this is that it cannot be ruled out that financial aspects may have an influence on examination results.
If you have completed or are planning to complete a vacation course at a private institute, the knowledge of Latin or Ancient Greek acquired there can be proven by an examination at the University of Siegen .
For individual clarification, you are welcome to contact us by e-mail or visit a consultation hour.
Please inform yourself independently about the seriousness of the respective institute. No individual assessments or recommendations can be given for private providers.