MA in Classical Studies in Cork Ireland | University College Cork

Our Master of Arts in Classical Studies offers flexible study options, available as a one-year full-time program or a two-year part-time course. This degree enhances students' proficiency in Latin and Greek while deepening their understanding of Roman Imperial history, art, and literature, including how these cultural elements were preserved through medieval times into modernity. The program prepares graduates with essential research and writing capabilities for potential PhD studies in Classical Studies.

The curriculum is divided into two 45-credit segments: the first focuses on instructional modules, while the second involves a shorter research thesis.

During the initial phase, students complete 30 credits of language studies in Latin and Greek, plus 15 credits examining Roman history, culture, or their historical transmission - all taught through translated materials. Language courses accommodate various skill levels, from introductory to advanced, with advanced studies concentrating on texts from the Roman Imperial era.

The final segment pairs students with faculty advisors to produce a 20,000-word research dissertation on a chosen topic within Classical Studies, which may include Late Antiquity subjects.