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Classics MScR

The University of Edinburgh

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The MSc by Research in Classics provides a grounding in the methods and techniques of sustained research, while at the same time allowing you to pursue your own project and complete an extended thesis. Research topics We welcome applications from anyone keen to work on topics that overlap with the research interests of our academic staff. Major research interests include: Homer and early Greek poetry Ancient philosophy Greek drama Hellenistic and Roman poetry classical Greek and Hellenistic history the ancient economy Archaic and Classical Greek archaeology Jewish history in the Hellenistic and Roman periods Byzantine history and literature the Greek East under Rome the Hellenistic and Roman Near East Roman imperial history Greek literature of the Roman empire late Roman literature and history Christianity in the Roman empire ancient slavery ancient law epigraphy gender in antiquity Greek sculpture mythology in art Roman and late antique archaeology Research community We provide you with opportunities to hear from distinguished speakers in the weekly classics research seminar series and to share your research with your peers at the Classics graduate seminar. Research proposal When applying, you must submit a research proposal explaining your plans and demonstrating your knowledge of your chosen field. This will be closely scrutinised as part of our admissions process. We will appoint two supervisors to work with you on the project and it is a good idea to consult with prospective supervisors in advance of an application.

Tuition fees

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£ 30,500per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Classics

    10th out of 24 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    177 88%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    12th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.97 74%

    21st

    1

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