Classics Trinity College Dublin

Overview

The M.Phil. Classics at Trinity College Dublin provides a sophisticated platform for students to deepen their engagement with the ancient world through rigorous academic study. This programme is designed to accommodate both those with a background in classical languages and students from other disciplines who wish to explore the cultural and historical legacy of Greece and Rome. By combining taught modules with independent research, the curriculum ensures a balanced approach to advanced classical scholarship.

Why Classics at Trinity College Dublin?

Studying at this institution offers students access to a world-class research environment within the School of Histories and Humanities. The university is renowned for its expertise across diverse strands of classical study, including literary, philosophical, historical, and archaeological perspectives. Students benefit from a dedicated research and methods module that equips them with the essential tools for high-level academic inquiry, while the small cohort size ensures a supportive and intellectually stimulating atmosphere.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 16500 per year
• European fee: EUR 8000 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around core research training and a selection of specialised electives. Students complete a significant independent dissertation alongside their taught components. Modules may include:

• Research and Methods
• Greek Language
• Latin Language
• Saving the Past
• Unlocking Sacred Landscapes
• Early Christianity
• Roman Hellenism
• Goddesses of the Mediterranean
• The Eternal City: Archaeology of Rome

Careers with Classics

Graduates of this programme are well-prepared for a diverse range of professional paths both within and beyond the academic sector. Many students progress to doctoral research, while others successfully transition into roles within the museum and heritage sectors, libraries, and archives. The analytical and communication skills developed during the course are also highly sought after in fields such as public policy, administration, law, teaching, and the media. The degree provides a versatile qualification that demonstrates high-level critical thinking and research proficiency.