Ancient History and Greek, MA (Hons)

The MA in Ancient History and Greek enables you to study the history of the Graeco-Roman world alongside the ancient Greek language. This programme enhances your skills as a historian through linguistic knowledge and literary interpretation, granting access to foundational Western texts—such as epic, tragedy, philosophy, and history—in their original language. Proficiency in ancient Greek deepens your understanding of ancient history.You will explore Greek and Roman civilisations from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity and Byzantium, alongside courses on other ancient peoples like the Etruscans, Persians, and Carthaginians. Benefits include studying Greece, Rome, and their interacting civilisations; engaging with the world’s greatest literature; and accessing one of the UK’s widest ranges of Classics subjects, supported by around 30 specialists.