Classics and Ancient History MPhil/PhD
University of Warwick
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The MPhil/PhD in Classics and Ancient History allows you to immerse yourself in a chosen research field from our wide range of expertise. Study at the University of Warwick, ranked 3rd in the UK in Classics (REF 2021). Enhance your research skills and develop as a specialist in your chosen area in a stimulating and supportive research community.You will work independently under the close guidance of an academic supervisor. Training in research methods as well as in ancient Greek and/or Latin ...Read more

The MPhil/PhD in Classics and Ancient History allows you to immerse yourself in a chosen research field from our wide range of expertise. Study at the University of Warwick, ranked 3rd in the UK in Classics (REF 2021). Enhance your research skills and develop as a specialist in your chosen area in a stimulating and supportive research community.You will work independently under the close guidance of an academic supervisor. Training in research methods as well as in ancient Greek and/or Latin are provided, as required. Additional skills training and career talks and workshops are built in our programme.Duration3-4 years full-time

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60/279
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9th
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Tabitha
30 Jan 25

There are a lot of opportunities to get extra help and advice, from my course, and from societies as well. The lecturers are always willing to give advice and their time to help..Read more

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Beth
25 Oct 24

Facilities and support are good but the location isnt great and the campus is a bit..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants will need to have achieved a First or high upper Second Class BA degree in Classics/Ancient History/Archaeology, and to have achieved or be expecting to achieve at least a high merit mark on a Masters degree in a relevant subject to be considered for entry.

Standard offers for successful applicants will typically be conditional on achieving a merit mark in a Masters degree (where applicable).

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£5,006 per year

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£24,450 per year

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Tabitha
30 Jan 25
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Beth
25 Oct 24
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Facilities and support are good but the location isnt great and the campus is a bit...
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University of Warwick Coventry CV4 7AL United Kingdom
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