The Master of Arts (MA) is a first-level graduate degree bestowed on those who undertake studies in the humanities or social sciences to increase knowledge in a specific subject. It follows the undergraduate-level bachelor’s degree and precedes doctoral studies.
What is an MA in Classical Studies? This degree focuses on research and studies of Ancient Greek and Roman literature, culture and language. It may involve ancient Near East studies as well. Coursework can include research methods, Greek and Roman antiquity, Judaism, Christianity and Egypt. Depending on the focus of study, there may be additional courses offered in Latin, Ancient Greek, philosophy, archaeology and history.
Students who pursue an MA in Classical Studies acquire research skills needed for scholarly publications and presentations. They also develop critical thinking skills, which serve them well in and out of academia. Because this type of program places heavy emphasis on written and oral expression, communication skills are also improved.
The expense of this type of program can fluctuate between institutions, with location and program length factoring into the total. Interested students should contact program advisors for more information. Programs may last between one and three years.
Graduates of an MA in Classical Studies program may pursue doctorate-level studies after earning the degree. They often become researchers, scholars, lecturers and professors at the university level. They may also take teaching positions in secondary schools or community colleges, become journalists or editors for publications or find positions as museum archivists or curators. Archaeological firms often hire consultants and classicists who are trained in this field.
MA in Classical Studies programs can be found worldwide on university campuses. Many of them are available online, which allows for greater flexibility of schedule and location. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.
The master's program in Classics at Tufts is designed for students who wish to go beyond the bachelor's level to attain a broader and deeper knowledge of the classics for one or more of the following purposes: teaching, further graduate study, digital technology, or cultural enrichment. [+]
The master's program in Classics with teaching licensure allows students to pursue intensive study of the classical world beyond the bachelor's level and simultaneously to acquire the credentials for a professional teaching career in public education. [+]
What are the classical roots of modern ideas about politics? How do you write a commentary on a text from antiquity? Find out by following one of the tracks of this Master's degree programme. [+]
Are you interested in written and material sources from Antiquity? Do you want to know how to write a commentary on an ancient text? In this one-year's Master track you learn how to tackle different aspects of Classical Antiquity in an academic way and how to write a commentary on a classical text. [+]
The Master’s programme in Classics and Ancient Civilisations provides comprehensive training covering the entire range of present-day research on the ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome, Egypt and the Near East. [+]
The Research Master’s programme in Classics and Ancient Civilisations provides intensive and comprehensive training covering the entire range of present-day research on the civilisations of Greece and Rome and the Ancient Near East. [+]
The Master’s Degree in Classical Archaeology represents a great innovation among Italian universities courses. The renowned studies in Archaeology of Rome Sapienza University are combined with the online tools of Unitelma Sapienza University which provides Italian and international users with an exclusive and prestigious training project. This Master's Degree is an inter-university degree awarded jointly by the two partner universities. [+]
The ‘Archaeology and History of the Roman Provinces’ MA-program encompasses the Roman provinces in general, with a particular focus on the Western provinces of the Roman Empire. [+]
In the Master’s programme Ancient Studies, you will explore Greek and Roman Antiquity through a unique combination of historical, literary, and archaeological approaches. [+]
In the Master’s programme Ancient History you will explore the rich and vibrant history of the Mediterranean world during Classical Antiquity. [+]
In the Master's programme in Classics, you will combine linguistics, literature and cultural history to study the language, literature and material culture of Ancient Greece and Rome. [+]
This fascinating course examines many different aspects of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds – their literature, history, philosophy, archaeology, languages and material cultures – through a scholarly tradition that is both fast-moving and long-standing. You will investigate the different disciplinary areas within Classical Studies, and you will come into direct contact with a wide range of evidence from classical antiquity including literary texts and material artifacts, which you’ll examine from multiple theoretical and methodological perspectives. [+]
