Course summary

Immerse yourself in the advanced study of Ancient Greek and Roman civilisations. This course lets you specialise in the area of antiquity that interests you most. This degree is for you if you enjoyed studying the ancient world as an undergraduate and would like to study Classics and Ancient History in greater depth; or if you want to explore this aspect of antiquity and it wasn’t included in your first degree. Study the ancient world in greater depth and prepare for a career in areas such as cultural heritage or further academic research. Explore connections across different cultures and historical periods, and between different types of evidence (textual, archaeological, iconographic). You’ll gain the tools to make independent interpretations of primary evidence and study at least one classical language module, giving you the skills to immerse yourself fully in ancient sources. You’ll also develop the key research skills to manage your own independent research project confidently.

• Access a range of learning resources including environmental and material culture teaching collections and our Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology Museum.

• Explore your specific interests through our choice of modules and through your dissertation topic.

• Join a lively postgraduate community and enhance your learning by taking part in events, research seminars and academic conferences.

• Learn from experts undertaking highly regarded research - we were ranked as the 8th Classics department in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework exercise 2021 based on research rated 4*, according to Times Higher Education.