Classical Art and Archaeology MSc
The University of Edinburgh
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This programme studies the ancient Greek and Roman worlds from the Iron Age to the late Roman and early Christian period through their material remains including topics such as sculpture, funerary art, topography and visual cultures. Focusing on the ancient Mediterranean world, broadly defined, you will explore not simply the archaeology of Greece and Rome but also the Near East and north-western Europe. Through our interdisciplinary approach, you’ll also be able to work with staff from all ...Read more

This programme studies the ancient Greek and Roman worlds from the Iron Age to the late Roman and early Christian period through their material remains including topics such as sculpture, funerary art, topography and visual cultures. Focusing on the ancient Mediterranean world, broadly defined, you will explore not simply the archaeology of Greece and Rome but also the Near East and north-western Europe. Through our interdisciplinary approach, you’ll also be able to work with staff from all areas of the School. Several members of classics have ongoing excavations in Italy, Georgia and Macedonia, which students are welcome to attend. The programme aims to familiarise you with the various methods used in the study of classics, enabling you to work in a manner that is theoretically and methodologically engaged.

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Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, a minimum US 3.25 GPA or its international equivalent, in a subject related to this programme, preferably Classics, Classical Civilization, Ancient History or Classical Archaeology.

We will also consider an honours degree in another subject if your personal statement demonstrates how you are equipped to undertake the programme. Relevant experience, or professional or other qualifications will also be considered.

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£13,000 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

£13,000 per year

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Students from England

Standard single room - 9950 per year

£13,000 per year

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Students from Wales

Standard single room - 9950 per year

£13,000 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

Standard single room - 9950 per year

£30,500 per year

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Students from EU

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

£30,500 per year

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

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The University of Edinburgh
Old College, South Bridge Edinburgh EH8 9YL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley  0.2 miles away
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