Ancient History and Latin (MA) VQ16

Introducing MA Ancient History and Latin

On MA Ancient History and Latin, you will combine the study of the history of the Graeco-Roman world with the study of the Latin language.

The programme is of particular educational value in that it develops:

• the disciplinary skills of the historian
• linguistic knowledge
• your ability to interpret literature

The study of Latin will give you access to one of the worlds great literatures. You will read foundational texts of the western tradition (epic, love poetry, oratory and history) in their original language.

The ability to read texts in Latin will also enrich and deepen your study of ancient history.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Study the Greek and Roman civilisations from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity and Byzantium.

• Take courses on other ancient peoples and civilisations such as the Etruscans, the Persians and the Carthaginians.

  • [MA]: Master of Arts

How will I learn?

Courses are taught through a combination of methods, including:

• lectures
• seminars
• small group tutorials

Some classes take you out of the classroom and into the local museums and libraries.

Teaching is often closely inspired by the cutting-edge research of our academic staff, especially at honours level.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed by exams and coursework, and sometimes by practical exercises.

All applicants are required to demonstrate a level of English language competency, regardless of their nationality or country of residence. These requirements are listed by programme.

You will acquire practical, intellectual and theoretical skills that are highly valued by employers.

You will gain rigorous mental training in a range of disciplines. This enables you to demonstrate intellectual flexibility and the ability to adapt to new situations and to learn new skills.

Classics graduates have gone on to pursue a range of career paths, including:

• journalism
• museums
• teaching
• academia
• accountancy
• finance
• IT
• publishing
• the armed forces
• the legal profession
• the civil service