12 Ancient Literature Degree Programs

The MLitt in Biblical Languages and Literature offers students with existing competence in Biblical languages the opportunity to increase their linguistic and exegetical skills through sustained close and critical engagement with the Biblical texts and themes.

The MA in Ancient Literature and Thought is designed for students interested in exploring classical texts and the ideas they contain. The course covers a range of period-specific literature from ancie...

The doctoral program in "Texts of Classical Antiquity and its Survival" is an interuniversity program in which the universities of Salamanca, Valladolid and Santiago de Compostela collaborate. It gives continuity to an official Postgraduate program that since 2006 the universities of Salamanca and Valladolid have been maintaining, with the corresponding adaptations to the legal situation, which repeatedly obtained the mention of excellence and a doctorate in Classical Philology from the USC.

Investigate for yourself the narratives from and about the Greco-Roman world: their literatures, mythologies, the material remains, and languages. Interrogate the puzzles that are still unsolved and unsolvable, from ancient medical treatments to gladiatorial combat. Use your creativity and analytical skills to propose new solutions to those puzzles.

Ancient and Medieval History examines the political, economic and social development of Europe and Asia from the 4th century to the 15th century C.E. During the course of your studies, you'll gain research and analytical capabilities, written and verbal communication skills, and an understanding of how societies and their internal structures can evolve over time.

The Classics MA program is designed to deepen students' understanding of ancient Greek and Latin languages, literature, and culture. It covers a broad range of topics, including classical mythology, h...

Classics is the study of the Greeks and Romans—especially their languages (Greek and Latin)—and their interactions with other cultures, from prehistoric through medieval times.

If you have a knack for languages, enjoy reading ancient texts, and wish to enrich your theological foundations for ministry, teaching, or further study, the Master of Arts track in Ancient and Oriental Christianity might be the graduate degree for you. Though the program has a broad focus on exploring the roots of religion, it offers special opportunities in learning about the Christian East. Ready to be a part of a program that explores the past to prepare you for your future? Apply now or contact us for more information today.

Students who successfully complete this program may register at the International University of Catalonia (Barcelona, Spain) and be awarded a Master’s of Arts Degree in Ancient Philology by that institution once they have fulfilled its requirements.

The Master of Arts in Middle Eastern Languages & Cultures with a focus on Mesopotamian Civilization is designed for students interested in exploring the rich history, language, and cultures of ancient...

This PhD program offers an opportunity for students to explore the languages, literatures, and cultures of the Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic worlds. It combines advanced research with scholarly train...

In the Master of Arts in Eastern Classics (MAEC) program, students probe the great works central to the philosophical, literary, and religious traditions of China, India, and Japan.