MSc Ancient Cultures at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary Masters exploring the ancient world from the Near East to North-Western Europe. It is based in Classics with the participation of Archaeology, Egyptology, Celtic and Gaelic, and Theology and Religious Studies, and makes use of the Hunterian Museum and University Library Special Collections.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Two core courses (Approaching the Ancient World through Material Culture and through Text), four optional courses from at least two subject areas including ancient languages, and a 12,000-15,000 word dissertation.

Career pathways

Provides technical and linguistic skills for further postgraduate study and is suited to careers in heritage, teaching, archives or libraries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject; a 2.2 may be considered. Substantial, directly relevant experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications, evidenced in a personal statement. For applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (TOEFL iBT and other tests accepted; test must be within 2 years 5 months of programme start; requirement must be met in a single test). Applications: international and EU applicants apply in rounds, the last round closing 8 July 2027 (September 2027 entry); UK applicants by 24 August 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Home & RUK. Source

International applicants: GBP 27,390 a year (2027/28). International & EU. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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