About this Program
- College: Hamilton School of Classical and Civic Education
- Credits: 15 | Completed with minimum grades of C and no S/U
School Information
The Hamilton School of Classical and Civic Education is devoted to research and teaching on Western civilization and the principles of a free society. Here students see past their horizons and prepare for lifetimes of leadership by studying the greatest works of the Western tradition and beyond. Open inquiry and the pursuit of excellence grounded in Western civilization and the American experience are the foundation of an education that will lead our students to thrive not just while at the University of Florida, but throughout their lives and careers. Liberal education promises to be a transformative experience and the university, “the meeting place of the greats." The Hamilton School of Classical and Civic Education fulfills that promise.
CONTACT
Advising Email | General Email | 352.273.3040
Hamilton School
University of Florida
432 Newell Drive
CSE Building, 4th-5th Floors
P.O. Box 117460
Gainesville, FL 32611
Curriculum
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| The Chronological Seminars. Select 2: | 6 | |
| Conflict and Character: Great Books in the Ancient World | ||
| Great Books of the Medieval World | ||
| Great Books of Early Modern World: Renaissance to Enlightenment | ||
| Thematic Tutorials. Select 3: | 9 | |
The Thematic Tutorial courses are repeatable and carry variable topics from semester to semester that will be indicated in the schedule of courses. Students should take three different topics to satisfy the minor requirement. | ||
| Philosophical and Literary Traditions and Ideas (Variable topics) | ||
| Political and Historical Traditions and Ideas (Variable topics) | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |