The discipline of Classics is eager to provide supervision in any area of studies relevant to the specialist interests of a member of staff.
Admission to a research degree is at the discretion of the potential supervisor and the Head of discipline and is based on a proposal from the applicant following discussion with a suitable member of staff. As part of the research degree programme the discipline may recommend attendance at Greek or Latin language classes.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2025
University of Galway
University Road,
Galway,
H91 TK33, Republic of Ireland
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
January 2026
University of Galway
University Road,
Galway,
H91 TK33, Republic of Ireland
Candidates for a research degree should have obtained an honours degree in an appropriate subject (Second Class Honours, Grade 1 minimum).
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component; Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall; Cambridge C2 Advanced (CPE): 180 overall; TOEFL: 88 overall (7 Listening, 16 Speaking, 18 Writing, 8 Reading); Pearson PTE: 61 overall, no less than 48 in any one component.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
While situated in one of the smaller university cities globally, Galway has a far-reaching reputation for excellent research and study programmes.
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