This MPhil in Cuneiform Studies is designed to function as a self-contained course that will provide a satisfying and advanced study of the languages, culture and history of ancient Mesopotamia. It is also intended for students who consider embarking on doctoral research in cuneiform studies (in Akkadian and/or Sumerian). The range of options available makes the MPhil Cuneiform Studies suitable both for graduates who have already studied Cuneiform, and for those with no previous experience in the field.