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The University of Edinburgh: Classics
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of History, Classics and Archaeology |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
The PhD in Classics offers you the opportunity to study classics at an advanced level through independent research.
Classics at the University of Edinburgh, with its broad range of supervisors and stimulating and supportive intellectual environment, can offer you a first-class experience in focused and sustained research.
We welcome applications from anyone keen to work on topics that overlap with the research interests of our academic staff, including:
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Homer and early Greek poetry
-
Ancient philosophy
-
Greek drama
-
Hellenistic and Roman poetry
-
classical Greek and Hellenistic history
-
the ancient economy
-
Archaic and Classical Greek archaeology
-
Jewish history in the Hellenistic and Roman Periods
-
Byzantine history and literature
-
the Greek East under Rome
-
the Hellenistic and Roman Near East
-
Roman imperial history
-
Greek literature of the Roman empire
-
late Roman literature and history
-
Christianity in the Roman empire
-
ancient slavery
-
ancient law
-
epigraphy
-
gender in antiquity
-
Greek sculpture
-
mythology in art
-
Roman and late antique archaeology
Our strong relationship with other subjects such as Archaeology, History, Philosophy and Law, means that interdisciplinary study and supervision can be arranged.
Each student is allocated at least two supervisors, allowing us to combine thematic, chronological and disciplinary expertise in the supervisory team.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
The PhD in Classics offers you the opportunity to study classics at an advanced level through independent research.
Classics at the University of Edinburgh, with its broad range of supervisors and stimulating and supportive intellectual environment, can offer you a first-class experience in focused and sustained research.
We welcome applications from anyone keen to work on topics that overlap with the research interests of our academic staff, including:
-
Homer and early Greek poetry
-
Ancient philosophy
-
Greek drama
-
Hellenistic and Roman poetry
-
classical Greek and Hellenistic history
-
the ancient economy
-
Archaic and Classical Greek archaeology
-
Jewish history in the Hellenistic and Roman Periods
-
Byzantine history and literature
-
the Greek East under Rome
-
the Hellenistic and Roman Near East
-
Roman imperial history
-
Greek literature of the Roman empire
-
late Roman literature and history
-
Christianity in the Roman empire
-
ancient slavery
-
ancient law
-
epigraphy
-
gender in antiquity
-
Greek sculpture
-
mythology in art
-
Roman and late antique archaeology
Our strong relationship with other subjects such as Archaeology, History, Philosophy and Law, means that interdisciplinary study and supervision can be arranged.
Each student is allocated at least two supervisors, allowing us to combine thematic, chronological and disciplinary expertise in the supervisory team.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
MSc
Summary
Edinburgh, the ‘Athens of the North’, is one of the leading centres for the study of the ancient world in all its aspects, and our MSc in Classics offers one of the broadest disciplinary approaches anywhere in the UK and beyond.
The programme covers all aspects of Greek and Latin language, literature and thought, with specialists in ancient philosophy both in our department and the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, as well as Classical reception studies, and Greek and Latin palaeography.
Additionally, our vast expertise in ancient Greek, Roman and Near Eastern history as well as Classical art and archaeology allows for rewarding interdisciplinary approaches. Moreover, we take a broad diachronic view of the discipline, from the archaic through to the late antique period and beyond: on the Greek side, the programme offers comprehensive options in both Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies; on the Latin side, in the transmission of Latin texts as well as Medieval and Renaissance Latin.
Drawing on the diverse interests of our academic staff in Classics, which numbers more than 30, the programme content is highly flexible, allowing you to choose a specialised path or a more interdisciplinary approach. As a student on this programme, you will develop your skills in critical thinking and analysis, clear writing and interdisciplinary research, and verbal presentation.
This programme will give you the tools and context needed to study specific periods and/or regions of ancient civilisation. Above all, you will have the opportunity to closely analyse literary texts informed by current theories and approaches and/or develop your skills in Greek and/or Latin.
During the semester, our weekly Classics research seminar series offers you the opportunity to hear from distinguished speakers, while our Classics graduate seminar allows you to share your research with your peers.
Edinburgh is the ideal location for studying Classics – a stunningly beautiful city with a worldwide reputation as a cultural and academic capital.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
Edinburgh, the ‘Athens of the North’, is one of the leading centres for the study of the ancient world in all its aspects, and our MSc in Classics offers one of the broadest disciplinary approaches anywhere in the UK and beyond.
The programme covers all aspects of Greek and Latin language, literature and thought, with specialists in ancient philosophy both in our department and the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, as well as Classical reception studies, and Greek and Latin palaeography.
Additionally, our vast expertise in ancient Greek, Roman and Near Eastern history as well as Classical art and archaeology allows for rewarding interdisciplinary approaches. Moreover, we take a broad diachronic view of the discipline, from the archaic through to the late antique period and beyond: on the Greek side, the programme offers comprehensive options in both Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies; on the Latin side, in the transmission of Latin texts as well as Medieval and Renaissance Latin.
Drawing on the diverse interests of our academic staff in Classics, which numbers more than 30, the programme content is highly flexible, allowing you to choose a specialised path or a more interdisciplinary approach. As a student on this programme, you will develop your skills in critical thinking and analysis, clear writing and interdisciplinary research, and verbal presentation.
This programme will give you the tools and context needed to study specific periods and/or regions of ancient civilisation. Above all, you will have the opportunity to closely analyse literary texts informed by current theories and approaches and/or develop your skills in Greek and/or Latin.
During the semester, our weekly Classics research seminar series offers you the opportunity to hear from distinguished speakers, while our Classics graduate seminar allows you to share your research with your peers.
Edinburgh is the ideal location for studying Classics – a stunningly beautiful city with a worldwide reputation as a cultural and academic capital.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
MSc (Res)
Summary
The MSc (by Research) offers you the opportunity to undertake a substantial piece of supervised independent research in your chosen field.
In Classics, we can offer you a first-class experience in graduate education and research. Only candidates with a degree in a relevant field who submit a strong and viable research proposal will be considered for this degree.
This degree provides a grounding in the methods and techniques of sustained research, while at the same time allowing you to pursue your own project and complete an extended thesis, with the guidance of supervisors who are experts in the field.
We welcome applications from anyone keen to work on topics that overlap with the research interests of our academic staff.
Major research interests include:
-
Homer and early Greek poetry
-
Ancient philosophy
-
Greek drama
-
Hellenistic and Roman poetry
-
classical Greek and Hellenistic history
-
the ancient economy
-
Archaic and Classical Greek archaeology
-
Jewish history in the Hellenistic and Roman Periods
-
Byzantine history and literature
-
the Greek East under Rome
-
the Hellenistic and Roman Near East
-
Roman imperial history
-
Greek literature of the Roman empire
-
late Roman literature and history
-
Christianity in the Roman empire
-
ancient slavery
-
ancient law
-
epigraphy
-
gender in antiquity
-
Greek sculpture
-
mythology in art
-
Roman and late antique archaeology
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
The MSc (by Research) offers you the opportunity to undertake a substantial piece of supervised independent research in your chosen field.
In Classics, we can offer you a first-class experience in graduate education and research. Only candidates with a degree in a relevant field who submit a strong and viable research proposal will be considered for this degree.
This degree provides a grounding in the methods and techniques of sustained research, while at the same time allowing you to pursue your own project and complete an extended thesis, with the guidance of supervisors who are experts in the field.
We welcome applications from anyone keen to work on topics that overlap with the research interests of our academic staff.
Major research interests include:
-
Homer and early Greek poetry
-
Ancient philosophy
-
Greek drama
-
Hellenistic and Roman poetry
-
classical Greek and Hellenistic history
-
the ancient economy
-
Archaic and Classical Greek archaeology
-
Jewish history in the Hellenistic and Roman Periods
-
Byzantine history and literature
-
the Greek East under Rome
-
the Hellenistic and Roman Near East
-
Roman imperial history
-
Greek literature of the Roman empire
-
late Roman literature and history
-
Christianity in the Roman empire
-
ancient slavery
-
ancient law
-
epigraphy
-
gender in antiquity
-
Greek sculpture
-
mythology in art
-
Roman and late antique archaeology
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
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