MA Classics and Ancient History

The MA in Classics and Ancient History is a research-led and dynamic course that offers modules covering the cultures, histories, and literatures of ancient Greece, the Roman world, the Levant, and the Near East, drawing on the expertise of internationally recognised scholars.

The programme also allows you to explore how many aspects of the modern world have their roots in the languages, literatures, histories and cultures of the Classical world.

Throughout your studies, you are encouraged to build a methodological awareness as you are introduced to key concepts and interpretative techniques, which have shaped the modern study of ancient civilisations.

You will hone the specialist research skills needed for high-level work in a variety of fields related to the subjects of Classics and Ancient History.

Why Classics and Ancient History at Swansea?

You will study on our stunning Singleton Park campus, overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula.

The programme is delivered within the School of Culture and Communication, home to the Graduate Centre, which is designed to promote individual and collaborative research activity of an international standard, providing a supportive environment for students pursuing postgraduate research and taught master’s study.

You’ll be joining a leading department, with renowned research and expertise:

• Ancient History at Swansea is ranked in the Top 51-100 (QS World Rankings by Subject 2024), and
• 100% of Classics Research Impact is Rated as World-leading or Internationally Excellent (REF 2021).