University of Lincoln

MPhil/PhD Classical Studies

University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MPhil/PhD Classical Studies offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of Greek and Roman history and/or Greek and Latin languages, literatures, and cultures, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area. While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from academic supervisors who have expertise in a range of topics in Classical Studies across both local and global contexts, including in Lincoln itself, Britain, Iberia, the Mediterranean world, and the ancient Near East. The School of Humanities and Heritage brings together academics, archivists, librarians and researchers with interdisciplinary interests in both ancient history/classics and the subsequent interpretation and representation of the classical past.

We also have a strong relationship with the wider scholarly and professional community. As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanities and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars, as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills.

Key highlights

  • Original research on Greek and Roman history, languages or cultures
  • Supervisors with expertise spanning Lincoln, Britain, Iberia and the Mediterranean
  • Specialisms include the ancient Near East and the classical past's reception
  • Interdisciplinary community of academics, archivists, librarians and researchers
  • Research seminars, postgraduate forums and academic skills training
  • Strong links with the wider scholarly and professional community

Entry requirements

  • International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a…

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Global Postgraduate Scholarship

    The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.

    Up to £2,000
  • International Alumni Scholarship

    The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.

    Up to £2,000
  • Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship

    £1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • University lecturer in Classics
  • Postdoctoral researcher
  • Museum curator
  • Archivist
  • Heritage officer
  • Secondary school Classics teacher

Cost of study

International: £16,900 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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