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MA in Classical Studies

2 Years Online Masters Program

Open University

Program Overview

This fascinating course examines many different aspects of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds -- their literature, history, philosophy, archaeology, languages and material culture -- through a scholarly tradition that is both fast-moving and long-standing. You'll investigate the different disciplinary areas within Classical Studies, and you will come into direct contact with a wide range of evidence from classical antiquity including literary texts and material artefacts, which you'll examine from multiple theoretical and methodological perspectives. You will also acquire and develop research skills that will enhance your knowledge of the ancient Graeco-Roman world and prepare you for independent study, culminating in a dissertation.

Program Key Stats

£10225



Eligibility Criteria


5.5

Additional Information & Requirements

You must hold a UK honours degree (or equivalent), preferably with at least a 2:1 classification to study our MA in Classical Studies. Although your degree does not need to be in Classical Studies, you will need some knowledge of the subject to successfully complete this qualification.

Career Options

  • Classical Studies graduates often go on to careers in museums
  • journalism and teaching
  • but other employers recognise the unique qualities of a Classical Studies degree as well: they have long valued the skills and abilities that Classical Studies graduates display because of the high level of critical and independent thinking involved
  • the close work with sources of evidence and attention to detail
  • as well as the proven ability graduates have to conduct independent research
  • evaluate a range of types of evidence
  • and complete projects to deadlines and within word limits

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