This fascinating course examines many different aspects of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds – their literature, history, archaeology, languages and material culture – through a scholarly tradition that is both fast-moving and long-standing. You'll investigate the different disciplinary areas within Classical Studies, and you will come into direct contact with a wide range of evidence from classical antiquity including literary texts and material artefacts, which you’ll examine from multiple theoretical and methodological perspectives. You will also acquire and develop research skills that will enhance your knowledge of the ancient Greco-Roman world and prepare you for independent study, culminating in a dissertation.
Which department am I in?
Open University
Study options
Online/Distance
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£12,290.00 (US$ 15,872)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
April 2027
Online/Distance
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£12,290.00 (US$ 15,872)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
February 2027
Entry requirements
For international students
You must hold a UK honours degree (or equivalent), preferably with at least a 2:1 classification to study our MA in Classical Studies. Although your degree does not need to be in Classical Studies, you will need some knowledge of the subject to successfully complete this qualification.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
