This one-year programme is an ideal way to enhance your understanding of the ancient world. It can serve as an end in itself or to prepare for more advanced research. It is worth 90 ECTS. If you are considering studying for a PhD then we encourage you to take this MA as a preliminary step. No prior knowledge of Latin or Greek is required, although if you do intend to continue your study beyond MA level, then we strongly recommend that you take a language. The MA programme consists of a two research skills modules, a choice of seminar and language modules, and a thesis on a topic of your own choice. It is now possible to study for the MA in Classics part-time, over two years. Most of the teaching is done during the daytime (9am-5pm), but some modules may be taught in the early evening.
Full-time students take one 5-credit research skills module in each semester and they usually take one 10-credit seminar module and one 10-credit language module per semester, plus a 40-credit thesis module. Those who are not taking the language option can take two seminar modules in a semester. Part-time students in their first year must take a 5 credit research skills module in each semester and at least two further 10-credit modules (either seminar modules or a language). In the second year they take the 40-credit thesis module plus enough seminar and/or language modules to complete their 90 credits. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
The minimum qualification for admission is a II.2 (Lower Second class) or equivalent in an appropriate degree (=UCD GPA 2.48). |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
