Classics (MLitt)

University of St Andrews

A unique and intensive core course, including training in the use of literary sources and material evidence and exposure to a range of theoretical approaches and key themes in the study of antiquity. A range of optional modules, including Greek and Roman literary cultures, material cultures, and ancient philosophy. Training in practical research and transferable professional skills (for example: presentation skills, digital humanities, outreach and public engagement). Provides a wide foundation in key debates in the study of antiquity. Offers the opportunity to focus on a wide range of specialist areas, with one-to-one supervision from leading researchers. Allows students to develop their skills in Greek or Latin or to begin ancient languages from scratch, and to develop reading skills in a relevant modern language.; ancient ecology and landscape studies ancient literary criticism ancient philosophy ancient religion the archaeology and art history of Rome and the Roman provinces Classical Reception Studies Greek and Roman tragedy and comedy Hellenistic and imperial Greek literature Greek and Roman historical writing Late Antiquity the literature and culture of the Roman empire representations of war and battle in antiquity and beyond visual culture