The Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology is internationally reputed for its world-class interdisciplinary research. Our long-standing research into the economies of the Greek, Egyptian and Roman worlds means that our postgraduate researchers can draw on a strong interdisciplinary research environment.With individual specialisms ranging from papyrology, epigraphy and digital humanities to literary analysis and the interrogation of visual and material culture, we ask fundamental questions and challenge orthodoxies. When you study with us, you’ll be encouraged to be innovative, bold and open in your investigations.Research topicsOur Classics and Ancient History PhD/MPhil covers a broad range of potential topics for investigation. We welcome research proposals in topics including:Administration and empireAntiquity beyond antiquityBodiesCultural interactionsLife cycles and life historiesLiterature and powerLocal and regional economiesReligious experience and beliefSympotic culture and literatureResearch cultureThe University of Liverpool has pioneered the study of the ancient world for more than 130 years.Our areas of expertise include:Ancient Greek society, culture, politics, religion and medicinePhilosophyAncient Greek and Latin literatureLiterary cultures of the Roman empireThe politics, economy and administration of Ancient RomeReceptions of Classical antiquity in the modern world.Our classics and ancient history research groups and seminar series provide a forum for the exchange of new concepts and knowledge produced by staff and postgraduate researchers. This gives you the opportunity to present your research, develop your research profile, and interact with other leading figures in your field of study from the UK and abroad.