MA by Research Ancient History at Swansea University

Programme overview

MA by Research in Ancient History: a research project on the history, culture or archaeology of the classical world, from Mycenaean Greece to the fall of the Roman Empire, suitable as a first research degree or preparation for a PhD.

Faculty: School of Culture and Communication | Department: Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

A research project examined by a thesis of up to 40,000 words and an oral examination, with introduction to key concepts and interpretative techniques, skills training and presentations at departmental seminars and the postgraduate conference.

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Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in a related subject, or relevant work experience. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.5 in each component, or a Swansea-recognised equivalent. Admissions decisions also take into account the research proposal, interview performance (if required), competition for places and relevant professional experience. One reference is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,950 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition, Year 1 fee; fees in later years increase by 3%. Source

Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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