Dr. James Hume

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Rutherford Hume is an Associate Professor (Teaching) in the Department of Classics and Religion at the University of Calgary. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Early Christian Studies from the University of Calgary (1980) and a Master of Arts in Mediaeval Studies from the University of Toronto (1982). His research interests revolve around Ancient Greek and Roman religion, with a focus on the literature and myths of these ancient cultures. Hume is actively engaged in teaching various courses such as GREK 203 Ancient Greek II, GRST 306 Roman Religion, GRST 431 Studies in Ancient Myths, GREK 201 Ancient Greek, and GRST 209 Classical Mythology. His dedication to academia is evident through his contributions to both teaching and research within his field.

Research Interests

Courses

Ancient Greek II Roman Religion Studies in Ancient Myths Ancient Greek Classical Mythology Literature

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.