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Classics (Taught)

  • ML
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 08/09/2025
  • Postgraduate
University of St Andrews
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Course summary

The MLitt in Classics is an intensive taught programme, designed primarily as preparation for further research. The course allows you to specialise in a wide range of areas, including: Greek or Latin literature, ancient history, classical archaeology, reception studies, and ancient philosophy.

Modules

Please see the Course Details section for information: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/classics-greek-latin/classics-mlitt/

Assessment method

The assessment for the taught modules is primarily based on coursework including:

  • research papers
  • book reviews
  • draft research proposal on your dissertation topic
  • presentation on your dissertation topic
  • take-home exam for the Themes and Methods in Classical Research 1 module.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of St Andrews

Study options

  • ML • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 08/09/2025

Entry requirements

  • The minimum requirements for entry to the MLitt in Classics are a first-class or 2.1 degree or equivalent. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

In reviewing applications for the MLitt, the School of Classics looks especially at:

  • your statement of your plans for the MLitt and for future study or careers
  • your academic background and level of performance (especially in courses relevant to the MLitt, and in any research projects or dissertations that you may have completed)
  • evidence of your ability to complete a high-level MLitt dissertation and of potential to progress to further research degrees (particularly evidenced by your sample of written work)

English language requirements

For the current English Language requirements please visit the English language requirements for postgraduate students on the University of St Andrews website.

English language requirements for postgraduate students https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/entry/language-requirements/postgraduate/

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For the most current information on course fees please visit https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/postgraduate/taught/.

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