The typical entry requirement is a degree in Classics, Classical Civilisation or a related background in Arts and Humanities, 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 Narrative Literature is a dynamic world-first. Its deep exploration of the narrative produced in ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt is informed by globally renowned research expertise.
You will concentrate on fictional and factual ancient narratives in a variety of literary forms. These include the novel, epic poetry, mythology, historiography, and biography. You will also have the chance to begin or continue study of Greek and Latin.
Key concepts of literary and cultural theory will encourage you to investigate ancient texts in creative new ways. As well as ancient literature classics, you will examine less well known texts reflecting stories of ancient people marginalised by gender and social status.
If you plan to undertake further research in this vibrant and rapidly developing area of classical literature, the MA in Ancient Narrative Literature offers excellent preparation.
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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
Narrative genres and theory
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
Romance Refracted and novels renewed
The Poetry of Facts: History in Verse
James Joyce and Literary Theory
The Queer Middle Ages: Bodies, Textuality and Objects
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 Part-2 Dissertation module below.
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 research, education, marketing and government.
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
