The Department of Classical and Roman Archaeology was established in 1990 under the leadership of Miklós Szabó. He was succeeded by László Borhy in 2005, and then by Dávid Bartus in 2018. The Department is responsible for teaching the disciplines of Classical (Greek and Roman) Archaeology and the Archaeology of the Roman Provinces. Their research focuses on the material heritage of ancient Greece and Italy, the culture of the Celts, and the history and archaeology of the Roman Imperial period, with particular emphasis on the province of Pannonia.

Head of Department

Dr. Dávid Bartus, Habil. Associate Professor 

Areas of Specialization

Classical (Greek and Roman) Archaeology

Classical (Greek and Roman) Archaeology focuses on the material culture of ancient Greece from the Bronze Age to the end of the Hellenistic period, as well as Iron Age Italy, the Etruscans, and the Roman Republic. The archaeology and culture of the Celts also play an important role in this specialization.

In the BA program, students become familiar with the sculpture, vase painting, and architecture of various periods of ancient Greece, the material culture of Iron Age Italy, Etruscan civilization, and the archaeology of the Roman Republic. In addition, through courses in material studies and auxiliary disciplines, they can gain more in-depth knowledge in specific areas.

The MA program focuses primarily on research issues related to ancient Greek masters, artists, and workshops, as well as Celtic archaeology.

Students in this specialization have the opportunity to participate in the Department's research at the Iron Age and Roman settlement of Bibracte in France, as well as in the excavation of the legionary camp, military town, and civilian settlement of ancient Brigetio.

Archaeology of the Roman Provinces

The Archaeology of the Roman Provinces specialization focuses on the material remains of the Roman Imperial period and their historical and art historical contexts.

In the BA program, students study the history of the province of Pannonia, Roman art history, administrative history, military history, and economic history. They also become familiar with the characteristics of Roman settlements and burial practices, with a broader overview of the Roman Empire as a whole. In addition, through courses in material studies and various auxiliary disciplines, they gain insight into the research of specific object and material groups such as ceramics, bronze statuary, jewelry, and architecture.

In the MA program, special emphasis is placed on the teaching of Roman numismatics and epigraphy, as well as on exploring current research questions and trends in the field.

Students in this specialization participate in the Department’s training excavations, primarily at the site of the legionary camp, military town, and civilian settlement of ancient Brigetio. They also have the opportunity to join research at the Iron Age and Roman settlement of Bibracte in France.