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Master of Arts in Ancient Languages at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The MA in Ancient Languages is a full-thesis degree reporting research on an aspect of ancient languages.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: Ancient Studies  |  Duration: Two years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A single 180-credit Thesis (Ancient Languages) 871.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An Honours degree in Ancient Languages, Biblical Hebrew, another Semitic language, Greek or Latin, or an equivalent qualification recognised by Senate; basic knowledge of a second ancient language is strongly recommended. Supporting documents: a sample of written academic work and a 1-3 page statement of research interest.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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