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MA Classics and Ancient History

  • Year of entry
    2022/23 See 2023/24 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months Part Time: 24 months
  • Year of entry
    2022/23 See 2023/24 entry
  • Course duration
    Full Time:  12 months Part Time: 24 months

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Start date: September 2022

Our MA Classics and Ancient History is one of the widest-ranging courses in the UK, with expertise spanning Bronze Age to late antiquity, Anatolia to Egypt and the Near East.

You will be taught by world-leading experts, with particular research strength in a wide range of disciplines including ancient history, literature, language, archaeology, art and culture.

The Department of Classics is ranked 6th in the UK for research overall, 3rd in the UK for research output (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, 2014, based on its analysis of REF 2014 - Classics), and 100% of our research impact has been recognised as world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework, 2014 - Classics).

You will benefit from facilities including the Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology, the University Library and a dedicated postgraduate room in the heart of the Classics Department. We are also located only a short distance from Oxford and London where you can visit major collections important for research in Classics and Ancient History.

There are also opportunities to work in the on-site Ure Museum, which houses the fourth-largest collection of Greek ceramics in the UK, outside of the module. You can also enter Greek and/or Latin tuition from beginner's to advanced level.

Overview

Start date: September 2022

Our MA Classics and Ancient History is one of the widest-ranging courses in the UK, with expertise spanning Bronze Age to late antiquity, Anatolia to Egypt and the Near East.

You will be taught by world-leading experts, with particular research strength in a wide range of disciplines including ancient history, literature, language, archaeology, art and culture.

The Department of Classics is ranked 6th in the UK for research overall, 3rd in the UK for research output (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, 2014, based on its analysis of REF 2014 - Classics), and 100% of our research impact has been recognised as world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework, 2014 - Classics).

You will benefit from facilities including the Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology, the University Library and a dedicated postgraduate room in the heart of the Classics Department. We are also located only a short distance from Oxford and London where you can visit major collections important for research in Classics and Ancient History.

There are also opportunities to work in the on-site Ure Museum, which houses the fourth-largest collection of Greek ceramics in the UK, outside of the module. You can also enter Greek and/or Latin tuition from beginner's to advanced level.

Entry requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent).

Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a relevant humanities subject.

Pre-sessional English language programme

If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

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Structure

  • Year 1

Compulsory modules include:

X

Module details


Title:

Approaches to Classics and Ancient History

Code:

CLMACAH

Convenor:

PROF Eleanor Dickey

Summary:

This module aims to introduce students of varied backgrounds to the disciplines, techniques and theoretical approaches relevant to the various branches of Classics and Ancient History and necessary for advanced work or research in the field, and to equip them with the basic skills required to engage in such work.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 25%, Set exercise 75%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Dissertation

Code:

CLMDS

Convenor:

DR Andreas Gavrielatos

Summary:

This module aims to enable students to develop research skills, critical responses, independent judgement and the capacity to organise a major project.

Assessment Method:

Dissertation 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Classics Research Methods

Code:

CLMRM

Convenor:

DR Andreas Gavrielatos

Summary:

This module aims to introduce students to appropriate research tools and skills.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Code Module Convenor
CLMACAH Approaches to Classics and Ancient History PROF Eleanor Dickey
CLMDS Dissertation DR Andreas Gavrielatos
CLMRM Classics Research Methods DR Andreas Gavrielatos

Optional modules include:

X

Module details


Title:

Special Option 1

Code:

CLMOP1

Convenor:

DR Andreas Gavrielatos

Summary:

This module introduces students to advanced research in Classics by allowing them to choose one of a range of different topics taught by academic staff of the department on their own research specialisms.  It introduces them to the wide variety of different themes, methodologies, ancient material, geographical areas and time-periods encompassed within the research profile of the Reading Classics Department, and allows them to pursue their own interests within the discipline.

It is normally expected that students taking CLMOP1 will also take CLMOP2; however, subject to the agreement of the Programme Director it may be possible for a student to take a 20-credit module (or appropriate level and content) from outside the Department.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Special Option 2

Code:

CLMOP2

Convenor:

DR Andreas Gavrielatos

Summary:

This module introduces students to advanced research in Classics by allowing them to choose one of a range of different topics taught by academic staff of the department on their own research specialisms.  It introduces them to the wide variety of different themes, methodologies, ancient material, geographical areas and time-periods encompassed within the research profile of the Reading Classics Department, and allows them to pursue their own interests within the discipline.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 100%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

X

Module details


Title:

Special Option 3: Study Abroad

Code:

CLMOP3

Convenor:

DR Andreas Gavrielatos

Summary:

In this module, students secure an academic Study Abroad opportunity, such as the postgraduate course of the British School of Rome (BSR).  This allows them to gain first-hand experience of living and studying in another country, and of academic activity beyond the UK.  It allows them access to ancient monuments, and/or museum collections and academic resources, which form the basis of their research for the module.

Assessment Method:

Assignment 70%, Oral 30%

Disclaimer:

The modules described on this page are what we currently offer. Modules may change for your year of study as we regularly review our offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Code Module Convenor
CLMOP1 Special Option 1 DR Andreas Gavrielatos
CLMOP2 Special Option 2 DR Andreas Gavrielatos
CLMOP3 Special Option 3: Study Abroad DR Andreas Gavrielatos

These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.

Fees

New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250

New international students: £18,650

Tuition fee information

The fees listed are for full-time study, unless otherwise stated. Fee information will be confirmed in offer letters sent out to successful applicants. You can find further information, including information for part-time study, through our dedicated fees and funding page.

EU student fees

With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.

Additional costs

Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.

Financial support for your studies

You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.

Careers

Our MA Classics and Ancient History course enables you to develop vital transferable skills for a range of career paths. They also provide ideal preparation for a PhD and further academic research.

The programme provides excellent preparation for further academic research, heritage work, teaching, and publishing among other careers.

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