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PostgraduateCourse summary
Classics (MA) concentrates on the literature and culture of the Greco-Roman world in the original language. If you wish to develop both Classical languages, then an MA in Classics is the degree for you. Classics degrees concentrate on the Greek and Latin languages at advanced level, as well as the literature of the ancient world. Existing knowledge of either Greek or Latin at advanced level is an entrance requirement for the MA in Classics. Applicants are further expected to have a good knowledge of the second language. This will allow students on the MA Classics to focus on the analysis of the literature of the Greco-Roman world in its historical and cultural contexts. For students without prior or sufficient knowledge of Greek and/or Latin there is the possibility to study one or both languages on our Postgraduate Certificates/Diplomas (PG Dip/Cert) in Greek and Latin, in preparation for entering the Classics MA at a later stage.
Modules
The MA Classics offers you the opportunity to concentrate on the ancient Greek and Latin languages at an advanced level, as well as the literature of the ancient world. You can continue your study of ancient Greek and Latin through in-depth study of authors and genres, primarily in the original language, but also in translation. In Part One, each module is worth 30 credits and, in addition to the compulsory module ‘HPAH7011 Theory and Methodology for the Study of the Ancient World’, students have a choice from the list of optional modules noted below. Students must complete 120 credits in Part One. In Part Two, students are given the opportunity to research in detail a topic that has particularly appealed to them and write an extended dissertation (for 60 credits). They will be allocated a supervisor to help guide them through their dissertations. We operate a Year A/Year B system which means that some modules are only offered every other year, while others are offered in every year. The assessment is on the student’s own subject of choice in relation to each module, always in consultation with the relevant tutor. Most modules are assessed by long essays, but some modules are assessed by alternative means, such as conference-style presentations. It is essential that distance learners have a good internet access, as well as use of computer facilities; the university offers all distance students individual support in accessing material from home. Compulsory Theory and Methodology for the Study of the Ancient World (30 credits) MA Dissertation (Ancient) (60 credits) Optional Intensive Latin I Intensive Latin II Intensive Greek I (30 credits) Intensive Greek II (30 credits) Short Poetic Forms (Advanced Greek) (30 credits) Short Poetic Forms (Further Advanced Greek) (30 credits) Greek historiography (Advanced Greek) (30 credits) Greek historiography (Further Advanced Greek) (30 credits) Republican Prose (Advanced Latin) Republican Prose (Further Advanced Latin) Latin Epic (Advanced Latin) Latin Epic (Further Advanced Latin) Augustan love poetry (Advanced Latin) (30 credits) Greek oratory (Advanced Greek) (30 credits) Greek oratory (Further Advanced Greek) (30 credits) Neronian Prose (Advanced Latin) (30 credits) The Medea Stories (Advanced Greek) (30 credits)
Assessment method
Modules are assessed by coursework. This may take various forms, work-based projects, small research projects, presentations, case study analysis and the final research project/dissertation. Students who are not currently in employment may be able to base their projects on case studies.
Entry requirements
Home applicants: Normally, the possession of a minimum of a 2:2 UK first degree or an equivalent international qualification recognised by UK ENIC or work experience of five years at a senior managerial level in lieu of first degree. International applicants: Normally, the possession of a minimum of a 2:2 UK first degree or an equivalent international qualification recognised by UK ENIC or work experience of five years at a senior managerial level in lieu of first degree. Normally, English language proficiency at or exceeding an average IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent in any other approved test), with no score less than 5.5 in any components of the test.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £6800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £6800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £6800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £6800 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £6800 | Whole course |
| EU | £10500 | Whole course |
| International | £10500 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
There will be no mandatory additional costs to study beyond the payment of tuition. Students should be prepared to incur the basic costs associated with study such as transport and may wish to purchase coffees, snacks or other sundry items on campus.
Many students also choose to invest in study support tools such as laptops over the course of their study, though this is not a programme requirement. Any activities related to study or student life which bear a cost beyond tuition will be optional, and the expense shall be clearly communicated to students at the time of registration.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP