Overview

Key facts

The Ancient Cultures programme of the University of Glasgow makes extensive use of the unique collections in the University of Glasgow's Hunterian Museum and Kelvin Hall as well as the university library Special Collections.

Essay and dissertation topics can be tailor-made to suit your interests.

You will have the opportunity to take up an ancient language (Greek, Latin, Egyptian, Coptic, Hebrew, early Gaelic, Welsh) from scratch, or continue it at advanced level.

Career Prospects

The programme provides excellent technical and linguistic skills for further postgraduate study in any of the subjects involved. It is also well suited for those considering a career in heritage, teaching, archives, or libraries.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Approaching the Ancient World through Material Culture

Approaching the Ancient World through Text

Languages at all levels: Ancient Greek, Latin, Early Gaelic, Welsh, Hebrew, Ancient Egyptian (Hieroglyphs), Coptic

Democracy and Governance: Classical Political Thought

Explorations in the Classical Tradition

Approaches to Celtic and Viking Archaeology

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

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Round1:1Oct-5Nov Round2:6Nov-17Dec Round3:18Dec-4Feb Round4:5Feb-25Mar Round5:26Mar-13May Round6:14May-8July

Language

English

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92

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65

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Ancient History View 292 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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92

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65

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140

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General requirements

Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise specified.

A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s) (if you have already completed your degree)

A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained

Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)

One reference letter on headed paper

Evidence of your English language ability (if your first language is not English)

Any additional documents required for this programme (see Entry requirements for this programme)

A copy of the photo page of your passport (Non-EU students only)

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Tuition Fees

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26460 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

11367 GBP / year

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Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

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

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