The typical entry requirement is a degree in Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Classics or a relevant discipline, normally an upper second or above or equivalent. Overseas and European applicants must achieve IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
The MA in Ancient History and Classical Culture is a rigorous course that concentrates on the history and culture of ancient Greece and Rome, drawing on the expertise of internationally recognised scholars.
This fascinating course allows you to to observe how every aspect of the modern world has its roots in the civilisations of the Classical world.
You can study from the Mycenaean world to the later Roman Empire, specialising in history or literature, or a combination of the two. Ancient Greek and Latin can also be studied.
You are encouraged to build a methodological awareness as you are introduced to key concepts and interpretative techniques which have shaped the study of ancient civilisations in the modern world.
Throughout the course you will hone the specialist research skills needed for high-level work in any field of Ancient History and Classical Civilisation.
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MA 1 Year Full-time
Year 1 (Level 7T)
FHEQ 7 Taught Masters / PGDip / PGCert
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
Compulsory Modules
Module Name
Research Methodologies in Ancient History
Optional Modules
Compulsory modules – Selective
Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select 1 module in TB1 and 1 module in TB2 based on previous attainment (please consult Department).
Module Name
Postgraduate Beginning Greek I
Postgraduate Beginning Latin I
Greek Texts 1
Latin Texts 1
Postgraduate Intermediate Greek 1
Postgraduate Further Greek 1
Postgraduate Intermediate Latin 1
Postgraduate Further Latin 1
Postgraduate Beginning Greek II
Postgraduate Beginning Latin II
Greek Texts 2
Latin Texts 2
Postgraduate Intermediate Greek 2
Postgraduate Further Greek 2
Postgraduate Intermediate Latin 2
Postgraduate Further Latin 2
AND
Optional Modules
Choose Exactly 60 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select 1 module in TB1; select 2 modules in TB2.
Module Name
Word, Metaphor, Allegory: Effective Models of Reality
Crisis? What Crisis? The third century AD in the Roman world
Heritage, Law and Conflict.
Romance Refracted and novels renewed
Reaching the Public: Museums and Object Handling
The Poetry of Facts: History in Verse
FHEQ 7 Taught Masters Dissertation
Students choose 60 credits from the following:
Compulsory Modules
None found.
Optional Modules
Part- Two Dissertation
Choose Exactly 60 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Students who successfully complete Part-1, progress to take the following Dissertation module.
Module Name
Dissertation in Ancient History and or Classical Literature
You will develop excellent oral and writing skills, and learn to present your ideas in a range of formats. Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills will all boost your employment prospects.
Graduates from this course enter a range of sectors including education, marketing, government, research and events management.
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
