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As a discipline, history surveys the human past in all its complexity: populations, economies, techniques, politics, religions, arts, ideologies, etc.

Understanding Antiquity and illuminating our world through Greek and Latin sources Greek and Latin literature is one of the foundations of Western thought and culture. Whether we study history, literature, the arts, currents of thought..., references to Greco-Roman antiquity are omnipresent, from the Middle Ages to the present day. The Department of Classical Languages and Literatures is thus atthe intersection of disciplines, at the heart of the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters. Present since the creation of the University of Namur, courses in Latin and Greek introduce students to the study of ancient authors and the world in which they lived, while encouraging them to reflect on how each era has understood and been inspired by Antiquity. All indispensable keys to a profound understanding of our own world. The Department of Classical Languages and Literatures brings together teacher-researchers specializing in the study of Greek and Latin languages and literatures, but also in the history of antiquity. This union of philology and history is at the heart of the department's scientific and didactic project. It guarantees a genuine synergy in the teaching of subjects related to Greco-Roman antiquity. Find out more about the Department of Classical Languages and Literatures SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Research See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Activities See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Service to society See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Members See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Contact See content Image Classical languages and literature studies at UNamur At UNamur, the Department of Classical Languages and Literatures offers a bachelor's degree in Latin and French in collaboration with the Department of French and Romance Languages and Literatures. A rich program and a three-level teaching approach allow everyone to progress in Latin and Greek, even without prerequisites. The courses develop grammatical analysis skills as well as written and oral communication, while inviting students to travel: literally, thanks to Erasmus stays, and figuratively, through different eras and civilizations. Learn more Spotlight News Article - Faculty of Sciences Physics Department NISM Institute PHOENIX: Revitalizing Heritage Sciences at UNamur Heritage, culture and society Physics and astronomy History 29 May 2026 See content Article - Faculty of Philosophy and Letters Department of Classical Languages and Literatures 3 "Latin-French" students create a buzz on Instagram Students Classical languages and literature 28 May 2024 See content Article - Faculty of Sciences Physics Department NISM Institute PHOENIX: Revitalizing Heritage Sciences at UNamur Heritage, culture and society Physics and astronomy History 29 May 2026 See content Article - Faculty of Philosophy and Letters Department of Classical Languages and Literatures 3 "Latin-French" students create a buzz on Instagram Students Classical languages and literature 28 May 2024 See content All news Agenda All events Follow the Classical Languages and Literatures Department Facebook Instagram Image Read student testimonials Juliette and Yasmine share their experience with you. Read more Management Pierre ASSENMAKER Director of the Classical Languages and Literatures Department +32 0()81 72 41 91 pierre.assenmaker@unamur.be Manon VILAIN Department Secretary +32 (0)81 72 42 10 secretariat-departements.lettres@unamur.be

These studies enable the development of an in-depth knowledge of Romance languages and, mainly through literature, of a culture, of which they are one of the fundamental vehicles: the French domain in all cases and, depending on the options chosen, the Spanish or Italian domain.These languages and their literatures are studied both in their historical forms and in their contemporary configurations. These studies develop theoretical knowledge in linguistic and literary registers, and particular attention is paid to the critical dimension of knowledge and analytical frameworks.

The fight against disease is both a science and an art. Knowledge of human beings, pathologies and medicines is the key to fighting disease. But the essence of the medical art is practiced in contact with patients, who are looking for a doctor who is rigorous, with solid knowledge and sound reasoning, but who is also deeply warm and human.

The Department of Pharmacy at the University of Namur is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in the field of pharmacology and pharmaceutical research. It organizes training programs covering pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, pharmaceutical analysis and medicinal chemistry. It also contributes to the continuing education of pharmacists in collaboration with the Société scientifique des pharmaciens francophones, and hosts the PHARMAFUN alumni association. Finally, it is committed to a training program focused on international openness, the implementation of a quality system and the integration of innovative pedagogies.

Created in 1978, the Department of Psychology has carried out extensive research in various fields of the humanities and social sciences as well as health, with a particular interest in vulnerable people, neuroscience and eHealth.

The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Namur focuses on the development of tools and techniques dedicated to understanding the functioning of the human body at the molecular, cellular and organic levels. Its aim is to create new therapies and technological devices to improve people's health and quality of life. By training tomorrow's researchers with an active and innovative teaching approach, the department prepares students for their future.In addition, it offers students the chance to discover a variety of professional opportunities right from the Bachelier, whether in Belgium or internationally, by collaborating directly with companies!

In the Western tradition, philosophy represents a radical effort to understand reality. Philosophy casts an astonished, questioning gaze on the world around it and on mankind. The philosopher rejects the easy "obvious" and asks why things are the way they are. Rather than a discipline juxtaposed with others, philosophy as a critical approach thus constitutes an attitude and a spirit that apply to all registers, particularly intellectual, of human activity.