Master of Arts in Classics & Ancient Civilizations
Explore ancient Greek and Roman social media, literature, and history through interdisciplinary research and critical analysis.
Best for:Best for students passionate about ancient civilizations, literature, and history, seeking rigorous academic training in interdisciplinary research methods.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Classics & Ancient Civilizations at the University of Groningen offers two specialized tracks: Classics and Ancient History. Students engage with ancient texts, inscriptions, papyri, and archaeological sources to study themes from Antiquity. The Classics track combines literary and historical subjects, while the Ancient History specialization focuses on the period from Hellenism to Late Antiquity. The programme emphasizes critical assessment of sources and culminates in a thesis. Students interested in academic careers may also pursue the two-year Research Master’s in CMEMS, specializing in Classics or Ancient History. This programme is available in both full-time and part-time formats.
What you'll do
- Conduct in-depth research on themes from Antiquity using literary, archaeological, and material sources.
- Develop critical analysis skills to assess ancient texts, inscriptions, and papyri.
- Choose between a language-oriented curriculum or a combined literary-historical approach.
- Complete a thesis project under academic supervision, culminating in a Master of Arts degree.
- Engage with interdisciplinary methodologies to explore ancient social media and cultural exchange.
- Participate in seminars and discussions focused on ancient civilizations and their historical context.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Classics, Ancient History, or a related humanities field (e.g., History, Archaeology, or Philology).
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned, but English is the language of instruction).
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for interpreting ancient sources.
- Basic proficiency in reading ancient Greek or Latin (track-dependent).
- Ability to conduct independent research and write academic papers.
- Familiarity with digital humanities tools for source analysis (preferred but not strictly required).
- Open to international applicants.
- No residency or nationality restrictions mentioned.
- No age or prior experience caps.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-05-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official University of Groningen portal. Required documents typically include a CV, a motivation letter, academic transcripts, and proof of English proficiency. Specific requirements may vary depending on the chosen track.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Letter of recommendation (possibly required)
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