Program Overview
The Classical Art & Archaeology at King's College London is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 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 Classical Art & Archaeology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 17,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Classical Art & Archaeology 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
- [\'The Classical Art of the Body: Greek Sculpture and its Legacy\', \'The Art of Making: Craft Production from Classical Antiquity to Today\', \'Roman Britain\', \'Exhibiting Classical Antiquities\', \'Living in Byzantium I: Material Culture and Built Environment in Late Antiquity\', \'Living in Byzantium II: Material Culture and Built Environment in the Middle Ages\', \'Classical Frontiers: Northern Black Sea in Antiquity\', "Beginners\' ancient Greek for research", \'Intermediate ancient Greek for research\', \'Medieval Latin Literature\', \'Skills for Medievalists: Palaeography\', \'Homer\', \'The Reception of Roman Comedy\', \'Homeric Presences in Greek Poetry and shorter prose since 1890\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
2:1 BA degree with honours (or overseas equivalent) in Classics, Classical Studies, Ancient History, Classical Archaeology, History or a closely related subject.
Some knowledge of Latin, Greek or another ancient language is required. If you do not have a formal qualification in any ancient language you may still be considered if you take at least a basic course before the start of your MA.
Application procedure
- Your application will be assessed by the Postgraduate Admissions Tutor, and by other academics as appropriate. We do not usually interview applicants, but we do encourage you to visit the department before applying, or after we have made you an offer. Alternatively we can arrange to talk to you by telephone or Skype. We aim to process all complete applications within four to six weeks although this may take longer in February and March, and over holiday periods.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact King's College London 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 King's College London
King's College London
London, England
King's College London is a public research university in London, England. King's was established by royal charter in 1829 under the patronage of King George IV and the Duke of Wellington. In 1836,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months