Overview
The MLitt in Classics at the University of St Andrews is a full-time taught postgraduate programme run by the School of Classics. The course embraces the study of all aspects of the ancient Greek and Roman world including Greek and Latin literary culture, ancient history, archaeology, classical philosophy, and the reception of antiquity in later periods.
Highlights
- A unique and intensive core course, including training in the use of literary sources and material evidence and exposure to a range of theoretical approaches and key themes in the study of antiquity.
- A range of optional modules, including Greek and Roman literary cultures, material cultures, and ancient philosophy.
- Training in practical research and transferable professional skills (for example: presentation skills, digital humanities, outreach and public engagement).
- Provides a wide foundation in key debates in the study of antiquity.
- Offers the opportunity to focus on a wide range of specialist areas, with one-to-one supervision from leading researchers.
- Allows students to develop their skills in Greek or Latin or to begin ancient languages from scratch, and to develop reading skills in a relevant modern language.
Careers
Postgraduates from the School of Classics go on to pursue careers in a diverse range of professional careers. For example, recent graduates have gone on to work in:- publishing
- law
- finance
- teaching
- university administration
- museum curatorship
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Themes and Methods in Classical Research
- Greek History and Material Culture
- Latin Literary Culture
- Roman History and Material Culture
- Themes in Greek and Roman Philosophy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- St Andrews, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Classics View 40 other Masters in Classics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum requirements for entry to the MLitt in Classics are a first-class or 2.1 degree or equivalent. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.
- your statement of your plans for the MLitt and for future study or careers
- your academic background and level of performance (especially in courses relevant to the MLitt, and in any research projects or dissertations that you may have completed)
- evidence of your ability to complete a high-level MLitt dissertation and of potential to progress to further research degrees (particularly evidenced by your sample of written work)
- whether St Andrews is a good match for your specialist interests.
Student insurance
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
25900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25900 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
12030 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12030 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for St Andrews
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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