noun
Western classical studies; classics
Academic field covering the study of ancient Greek and Roman literature, history, philosophy, and culture.
彼は大学で西洋古典学を専攻している。
He is majoring in Western classical studies at university.
Refers to classical studies in general, not limited to the Western tradition.
Compound of 西洋 (Western) + 古典 (classics) + 学 (study). A straightforward modern academic term.