Program Overview
The Classics at National University of Ireland Galway is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Classics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,741 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Galway, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Classics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professor Brian Arkins
- Dr. Jacopo Bisagni
- Professor Michael Clarke
- Dr. Edward Herring
- Dr. Mark Stansbury
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Second Class Honours NQAI Level 8 degree or equivalent with Second Class Honours Grade 2 or equivalent in Classics, Classical Civilisation, Medieval Studies, or a related discipline.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,741 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,741 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact National University of Ireland Galway directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About National University of Ireland, Galway
National University of Ireland, Galway
Galway, Ireland
National University of Ireland, Galway is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months