Explore the history within artefacts on an MA that opens up careers in museums, curatorial work, education or further research. You'll develop a detailed understanding of ancient visual and material culture of Ancient Greece and Rome - and have the opportunity to study at the heart of the Classical world in either Rome or Athens.
Warwick exceeded my greatest expectations. Its staff gave us the tools we needed to progress from students to young researchers, taking genuine interest in our ideas and inviting us to professional events where we could learn from, and interact with, the heavy-hitters in our field.
Applicants will need to have achieved or be expecting to achieve a good 2:1 undergraduate degree in Classics/Ancient History/Archaeology or a relevant subject to be considered for entry.
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Applications for courses starting in September and October 2027 are now open.
The on-time deadline for taught postgraduate courses starting in September/October 2027 is 2 August 2027.
We will still accept late applications, however cannot guarantee that the application will be processed in time to complete the admissions process if received in September or there are a number of conditions to meet.
If applying late please include your degree certificates and transcripts, English proficiency evidence (if needed) and ensure referees can submit references promptly to allow time for CAS and visa processing (if applicable).