Interested in learning Greek, exploring Greek history, or studying modern Greece? The University of Toronto offers a variety of Hellenic courses that are open to students across the university. Whether you’re looking to learn the language, study classical civilization, or explore contemporary Greek politics and culture, there’s a course for you.
Please note: Course availability, prerequisites, and enrolment restrictions may vary by program. Be sure to confirm details through ACORN and the Arts & Science Calendar before enrolling.
🇬🇷 Modern Greek Language Courses
Instructor: Themistoklis Aravossitas
📧 Email: themis.aravossitas@utoronto.ca
For questions regarding eligibility, placement, or course availability, please contact Themis directly.
Fall 2026
• MGR100H1 – Introductory Modern Greek
◦ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• MGR200H1 – Intermediate Modern Greek I
◦ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• MGR300H1 – Advanced Modern Greek I
◦ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Winter 2027
• MGR101H1 – Elementary Modern Greek
◦ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• MGR201H1 – Intermediate Modern Greek II
◦ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• MGR301H1 – Advanced Modern Greek II
◦ Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
✈️ Summer Abroad in Greece (Summer 2027)
POL300Y0 – Modern Greek Culture (1.0 FCE)
Spend four weeks living and studying in Athens, Greece while earning a full-year Political Science credit. This immersive program explores contemporary Greek culture, language, history, food, and traditions through classroom learning and excursions across Greece, including overnight island stays.
• No Greek language experience required
• Taught entirely in English
• Applications open in Fall 2026
Instructor: Themistoklis Aravossitas
📚 Additional Hellenic Courses
Fall 2026
POL385H1 – Issues in Contemporary Greece
• Tuesdays | 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Triadafilos Triadafilopoulos
CLA204H1 – Introduction to Classical Mythology
• Mondays & Wednesdays | 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Available in person or online (asynchronous)
GRK101H1 – Introductory Ancient Greek I
• Option 1: Monday–Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Option 2: Monday & Wednesday | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• LEC 0201 Instructor: Adriana Brook
Winter 2027
FAH207H1 – Greek and Roman Art and Archaeology
• Fridays | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Philip Sapirstein
CLA230H1 – Introduction to Greek History
• Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Instructor: Ephraim Lytle
CLA204H1 – Introduction to Classical Mythology
• Wednesdays | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Available in person or online (asynchronous)
GRK102H1 – Introductory Ancient Greek II
• Option 1: Monday–Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Option 2: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Learn More
For complete course descriptions and registration information, visit the University of Toronto Arts & Science Calendar or search the course codes on ACORN.
We encourage all students—regardless of background or program—to explore these opportunities to connect with Greek language, history, culture, and society.
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