Overview

Classics and Ancient History at University of Leeds is grounded in a rich tradition of interdisciplinary teaching and research. You’ll encounter a range of approaches to the ancient past — from critical text-based methods to new ways of thinking about gender, empire, reception, and materiality. You’ll be encouraged to engage with ancient sources in their original languages or in translation, and to consider how the past continues to shape the present.

Leeds is uniquely positioned as the only university in the region offering a dedicated MA in Classics and Ancient History. Students benefit from close working relationships with partners in the city, and the University’s Cultural Collections, which house rare books and artefacts from the ancient world. Through these partnerships, you'll have the opportunity to undertake placements and pursue original research using real archival material.

Career:

We expect our graduates of the MA in Classics and Ancient History to go on to a wide variety of careers that draw on their critical thinking, research skills, and deep cultural knowledge. The degree can act as a springboard for doctoral study and academic research, while the programme also acts as an ideal preparation to pursue roles in teaching, museums, archives, education, publishing, policy, and the wider heritage and cultural sectors.

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Programme Structure

Modules include:

Research Skills in Classics and Ancient History

Research-led optional modules in Classics and Ancient History

Ancient Greek or Latin Language

The core modules are designed to build your ability to undertake independent research, communicate your ideas effectively, and engage critically with ancient texts, artefacts, and historical debates.

Optional modules allow you to tailor your studies to your interests and goals. You can choose from topics such as ancient languages (Greek or Latin at all levels), thematic modules in ancient history and literature, or placement-based modules

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-11 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You’ll need a bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) or equivalent qualification, preferably in a Arts or Humanities related degree. We will consider applicants across the entire scope of subjects in arts and humanities.

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Leeds

United Kingdom

637 - 1103 GBP / month

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

Funding

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