MA Altertumswissenschaften at University of Rostock

Master in Ancient Studies (Altertumswissenschaften), first subject only, embedding the specialism chosen in the focus subject in the interdisciplinary context of the ancient-world disciplines.

Faculty: Philosophische Fakultät  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (October) and summer semester (April)  |  Location: Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What you will study

Eleven modules in total: three compulsory modules, six according to the chosen focus subject and two from elective areas. A placement module is geared to target careers (for example work in an archaeological collection), and the Master's thesis is written in semester 4 and defended in a colloquium.

Career pathways

Graduates gain skills in analysing complex contexts, independent working and quickly grasping complex texts and ancient rhetorical theory and practice, preparing for research or careers in museums, publishing and culture.

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