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

Starting 2025-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-07 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

76

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Classics View 40 other Masters in Classics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

76

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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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.

In reviewing applications for the MLitt, the School of Classics looks especially at:

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.

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Tuition Fee

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International

25900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25900 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12030 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12030 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for St Andrews

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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