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History & Archaeology
Linguistics & Classics
Ancient History
Classical Greek
Latin
Durham
United Kingdom
On Campus
About the course
Description
The MA in Classics is our core research training degree, suitable for anyone wishing to pursue doctoral work in a branch of Classics. The course places a strong emphasis on language training, on theoretically informed approaches to Classical texts, and on practical engagement with your chosen specialism. The course lasts for one year full-time (two years part-time).
Course Structure
You will take modules to a total of 180 or 190 credits. The structure of the course is as follows:
- Core research training module (30 credits)
- Language module in an ancient or modern language relevant to research in the area of Classics (20-40 credits)
- 15,000-word Dissertation (60 credits)
- Optional modules (60-70 credits).
MA modules are 30 credits; you may substitute two undergraduate (20
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Entry Requirements
A good second class honours degree in a relevant subject (typically 2:1 Honours) or international equivalent (e.g. USA 3.3 g.p.a.; Greek 6.5 / Lian Kalos).
Since all postgraduate degrees are meant to build on your undergraduate work, we ask for a previous degree in a 'relevant' subject. Note that this need not be 'Classics' (so named). If your plan is to specialise in ancient history, literature, or philosophy, for example, it might be perfectly natural to apply with a first degree in History, or English, or Philosophy.