About the field of Classics: Graduate degrees in the classics typically focus on the Greek and Roman times of antiquity. Studies often cover a range of topics including literature , history , politics , philosophy , art , religion , archaeology , and more. Throughout history people have been fascinated by the Greco-Roman culture and there have been various periods of intense interest focused on that society, particularly during the Renaissance. Today, students continue to learn from the rich heritage of the classics and to emulate the dedicated scholarship of that renowned golden age. Related fields may include: anthropology , cultural studies , foreign language and literature , mythology , and other liberal arts programs