MPhil Ancient History at Swansea University

Programme overview

Research degree in ancient history at Swansea University's Singleton Park Campus, conducting original research connected with the history and archaeology of ancient Greece and Rome, examined by thesis and viva.

Faculty: School of Culture and Communication | Department: Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology | Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time | Intake: October 2026 or January, April or July 2027 | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Original research towards a thesis of up to 100,000 words (PhD) or 60,000 words (MPhil), with skills training, departmental seminars and the postgraduate conference. Teaching of undergraduate tutorials and seminars may be possible from the second year, with training and payment.

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Entry requirements

MPhil: Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.5, or a Swansea-recognised equivalent. One reference is required. Admissions decisions may also take into account the standard of the research proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience.

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: October 2026 or January, April or July 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time; 4 years part-time

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