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BA Honours specialising in Ancient Studies at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This one-year honours programme is offered in the Faculty of Humanities. Admission requires a relevant bachelor's degree with a weighted average of at least 65% at final-year level in a qualifying area; students without a major in Classical Hebrew, Ancient Greek or Latin may only specialise in Ancient Cultures Studies (Ancient Near East/Egypt or Ancient Greek/Roman Cultures Studies). Additional modules may be required to reach the expected level of competency.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa closing date 30/09/2026; International closing date 31/08/2026

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Entry requirements

Relevant bachelor's degree (NQF level 7) with a weighted average of at least 65% at final-year level; specialisation options depend on whether the applicant majored in Classical Hebrew, Ancient Greek or Latin.

Intake: South Africa closing date 30/09/2026; International closing date 31/08/2026

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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