Ancient History/Celtic Studies - MA (Hons)

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Qualification

Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

Location

Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP

Duration

4 Years

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Course info

Ancient history involves the study of the history and culture of Greece, Rome and the wider Mediterranean between the 8th century BC and the 5th century AD with the opportunity to learn Latin and ancient Greek if you wish. If you progress to Honours you will have the opportunity to spend at least three weeks (usually during the summer vacation after year 3) visiting archaeological sites and museums in Italy and Greece. Financial support for this visit is available to all Single Honours students.

Key stats

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WUSCA ranking:

WUSCA student ranking
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42/279

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

20th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

31st

What students say

The best aspect is probably the range and the quality of societies and society events. There's always something to do if you need a break from studying. The workload is also quite..Read more

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Modules

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Entry requirements

Exam type

Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Tuition fees

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£9,535 per year

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Toni

24 Jan 25

Ancient History - MA (Hons)

The best aspect is probably the range and the quality of societies and society events. There's always something to do if you need a break from studying. The workload is also quite...

Maria

24 Jan 25

Ancient History - MA (Hons)

I am an exchange student and I love the proximity to the center of town and the campus is beautiful. There is little to no support for international students though which makes it...

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