MA Classical Archaeology (2-subject) at Ruhr University Bochum

Classical Archaeology at Ruhr University Bochum is a two-subject Master (combined with a second subject) programme of 4 semesters (2 years), taught in German. What sets it apart: students have the chance to deepen the archaeology and ancient studies competencies acquired in the B.A. course by choosing individual subjects pertaining to the Greco-Roman history. The degree course ensures highest academic quality by integrating interdisciplinary and workplace-oriented training.

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: Understanding of the sites and cultural heritage of the Greco-Roman world; Genesis and evolution of ancient art and other categories of archaeological finds; Understanding of historical and heritage-related contexts using the example of ancient cultures; Problems of ancient eras and the material tradition thereof; Categories, media, functions, techniques, contexts, forms and styles; Autonomous compilation of and reflexion on current scientific position; Careers in archaeology.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work at universities and in academia in general; in museum and exhibition management; in heritage protection; in adult education and tourism; in arts administration.

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