Classical Civilisation

Course Overview

The MA Classical Civilisation at Birkbeck, University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our MA Classical Civilisation is ideal if you have no prior knowledge of Greek and Latin but are keen to undertake advanced study of the classical world at postgraduate level. Throughout the course, you will explore politics and culture, religion, sex and sexuality, the writing of history, and the reception of classical culture in the modern world. Why choose this course? - Taught by world-leading academics working at the cutting edge in their fields, this course encourages you to interrogate the meanings that have been attached to the classical past. International tuition fees are £22,980 per year, home/UK fees are £12,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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