Classics and Ancient History MPhil, PhD 36 months PHD Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Classics and Ancient History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

We welcome postgraduate research students in any of our areas of research expertise.


Classics and ancient history at Newcastle has a long and distinguished international reputation. We deliver quality research and teaching. We have taught Latin and Greek since 1874, ancient history since 1910 and classical archaeology since 1931.


Our programmes cover a range of classical subjects. They include:


  • Material culture and history
  • Language and literature
  • Philosophy
  • Reception and heritage
  • Iconography

We have strong links with related disciplines such as history, archaeology and modern languages.


Our staff include scholars of outstanding international reputation. Our research covers all major aspects of the study of the ancient world.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Classics and Ancient History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

We welcome postgraduate research students in any of our areas of research expertise.


Classics and ancient history at Newcastle has a long and distinguished international reputation. We deliver quality research and teaching. We have taught Latin and Greek since 1874, ancient history since 1910 and classical archaeology since 1931.


Our programmes cover a range of classical subjects. They include:


  • Material culture and history
  • Language and literature
  • Philosophy
  • Reception and heritage
  • Iconography

We have strong links with related disciplines such as history, archaeology and modern languages.


Our staff include scholars of outstanding international reputation. Our research covers all major aspects of the study of the ancient world.

Admission Requirements

3.3+
70+
6.5+
90+
125+

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree at Merit level, or international equivalent, in a related subject. We will give specific consideration to any independent research you do as part of your studies and/or appropriate professional experience.


You must submit two letters of recommendation (obligatory) and a writing sample, such as a chapter from an MA dissertation or a published paper (optional). 

36 Months
Jan
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
5,238 GBP
International
24,400 GBP

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