Edmonton,
AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Ancient Societies and Cultures (thesis-based) in Edmonton Canada | University of Alberta
University of Alberta
|
Edmonton Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,406
(c. USD6,764.9)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our Department provides MA and PhD programs in History, Classics, and Religious Studies as distinct disciplines, along with an interdisciplinary MA in Ancient Societies and Cultures. Both History and Classics feature multiple program options, each offering diverse specializations across geographical regions, thematic areas, and methodological approaches. Prospective students should visit the Department's website to explore faculty research specialties.
For Classics, we provide two course-based MA programs: Classical Languages (Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies) with optional focuses on classical literature or ancient history, and Classical Archaeology, which includes fieldwork opportunities. The PhD in Classics is available in both Classical Languages (a comprehensive program providing broad classical training) and Classical Archaeology.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
For the MA program in Ancient Societies and Cultures, the Department's minimum admission requirements are a BA degree either in Classics or History or a suitable related field (e.g., Religious Studies, Philosophy, Anthropology) with an admission GPA of at least 3.5 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. A minimum TOEFL score of 95 (internet-based) with a minimum score of 21 on each of the individual skill areas, or equivalent. Applicants to all programs must submit the following:
Curriculum Vitae
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose addressing the specific area of History, Classics, or Ancient Societies and Cultures to be investigated
PhD applicants must also submit a sample of rec
Curriculum Vitae
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose addressing the specific area of History, Classics, or Ancient Societies and Cultures to be investigated
PhD applicants must also submit a sample of rec
Tuition
CAD
9,406