Modern Greek

Choose a major in Modern Greek

Discover the eternal spirit of Greece.

Study a major to explore Modern Greek language and culture, and to gain the essential skills to communicate effectively in Modern Greek. This program will give you an understanding of the fundamentals of Modern Greek language and culture in various contexts, equipping you with essential skills to communicate effectively in a language which is widely used not only in Greece and Cyprus, but also by many people in Australia.

Understanding Modern Greek and important cultural aspects is crucial in our globalised world, fostering effective communication in the workplace, for leisure, and for personal wellbeing. You will gain insights into Modern Greek vocabulary, grammar, phonetics, but also into cultural aspects such as Greek Mythology, literature, and history.

The Modern Greek major is available across two streams:

Beginners (for students with no knowledge of the Modern Greek language)
Intermediate (for students with SACE, IB or equivalent proficiency in Modern Greek)

Why study Modern Greek?

Greece is the birthplace of Western civilization, democracy, philosophy, and many other influential ideas and innovations
Greece is situated in a strategic geographic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Studying Modern Greek allows you to understand this dynamic region's past and present
Explore study abroad programs to experience Greece's stunning natural beauty, from its islands to its mountains, as well as its impressive range of historical sites
As one of the oldest Indo-European languages still spoken, Modern Greek offers insights into linguistics and the evolution of languages
The curriculum covers diverse areas of everyday life, but also dives into more professional contexts.

Your career

This major equips you with a set of career-ready skills tailored for specific professional paths.

You will develop advanced Modern Greek language skills, an in-depth knowledge of many aspects of Italian culture, analytical and critical thinking abilities, essential for roles in multiple professional fields. Plus, you'll become an ambassador for the Modern Greek language and culture in your future workplace.

You'll be ready for careers in primary or secondary education (with further qualification in Education), but also for a range of careers where language and culture proficiency will be needed occasionally or daily. Additionally, skills in Modern Greek language and culture make you suitable for positions not only in Australia, but all over the world.

Potential occupations include:

Teacher
Translator / Interpreter
Tourism Operator
Diplomat
Journalist
Content Creator
Business Owner

Potential employers include:

Education providers
NGOs
Department of Foreign Affairs
Research institutions
Education
Tourism Agencies
Media Companies
Hospitality

What you will study

This major offers a breadth of engaging topics.

Besides the Modern Greek language itself, you will explore:

Greek Mythology: Gods, Heroes and Mortals
Homer’s Odyssey: Wanderings and Divine Interventions
Alexandria: The Legacy of a City.

Study options

Study this major in the following degrees:

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts and Science
Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science / Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Languages
Bachelor of Languages / Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science
Bachelor of Laws - Legal Practice Entry / Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Legal Practice Entry / Bachelor of Arts
Diploma in Language

How many units?

This major caters for Beginners and Intermediate (post-secondary) students. It is comprised of 36 units, including:

Two Year 1 topics (9 units)
Two Year 2 topics (9 units)
Two Year 3 topics (9 units)
Plus two additional topics (9 units) from the Year 2 or Year 3 topics.

Modern Greek can also be taken as a minor for Beginners and Intermediate (post-secondary) students. Your 18 units will include:

Two Year 1 topics (9 units)
Two Year 2 topics (9 units).

Add a year of Honours

Kickstart your career or future in research with one extra year.

By adding just one year full-time to your undergraduate degree, you can graduate with Honours. Enhance your career prospects, delve deeper into knowledge or launch yourself into the world of research.

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Meet the experts

Dr Maria Palaktsoglou

Dr Maria Palaktsoglou is Greece-born and passionate about languages in general. She has taught Modern Greek language and culture for several years. Maria has published a series of articles and chapters on literature, migration and Distance learning and has taken part in many national and international conferences both in Australia and Europe. She has co-edited a book, two special editions of The Modern Greek Studies Association Journal, and many Conference Proceedings.

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Mr Antonios Litinas

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