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15 Classical Studies Doctoral Degree Programs
University of Florida
PhD in Classical Studies
- Gainesville, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Classical Studies is designed to develop students' expertise in the languages, literature, history, archaeology, and culture of the ancient Greek and Latin worlds. The program emphasizes ri...
University of Minnesota
Classical and Near Eastern Studies Ph.D.
- Minneapolis, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Classical and Near Eastern Studies Ph.D. program offers comprehensive training in the languages, cultures, history, and archaeology of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern regions. Students ...
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University of London, School of Advanced Study
PhD at the Institute of Classical Studies
- London, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
Undertaking doctoral research allows you to develop in-depth knowledge while making a meaningful contribution to your chosen field. With guidance from our expert supervisors, you'll carry out extensive independent research culminating in a thesis of up to 100,000 words. Broadly speaking the areas covered by the Institute’s expertise are ancient literature and cultural history, intellectual history, reception studies and the classical tradition, and digital classics.
Birkbeck, University of London
Classical Archaeology and Ancient History, PhD
- Malet Street, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Classical Archaeology and Ancient History offers students a chance to pursue in-depth research into the ancient world. It provides a flexible, student-led structure where you can fo...
CUNY Baccalaureate
Ph.D. in Classics
- New York, USA
PhD
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. Program in Classics at the Graduate Center aims for students to achieve mastery of the languages, literatures, and civilization of the Greco-Roman world, with special emphasis on teaching and conducting original research. In its course offerings the program emphasizes the study of Greek and Latin literature and intellectual history. Students can choose to concentrate their studies in ancient history or classical philology.
Yale University
Doctor of Philosophy in Classics
- New Haven, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Classics program is designed for students who want to deeply explore ancient languages, literature, and culture. It encourages a broad understanding of the classical ...
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Classics – Ph.D.
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Classics is designed for students passionate about the ancient world, offering advanced training in Greek and Latin languages and the study of classical civilizations. Students wi...
University of Cambridge
PhD in Classics
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Classics program offers students the chance to dive deep into the study of ancient languages, literature, history, and culture. It encourages independent research, allowing students to deve...
University of Colorado Boulder
Classics, PhD
- Boulder, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Classics offers students an opportunity to develop deep expertise in ancient Greek and Latin languages, civilizations, and cultures. Students work closely with faculty, engaging in advanced...
Brown University
PhD in Classics
- College Hill, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Classics is designed for students interested in deepening their understanding of ancient Greek and Roman cultures. It offers a flexible curriculum that includes coursework, language...
The University of Chicago
PhD in Classics
- Chicago, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Classics focuses on developing deep expertise in ancient Greek and Latin languages, literature, history, and archaeology. Students have opportunities to engage with a wide range of ...
Harvard University
Ph.D. in Classics
- Cambridge, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Classics focuses on deepening students' understanding of ancient Greek and Latin languages, literature, history, and culture. Students engage in intensive language training, devel...
Cornell University
Classics, Ph.D.
- Ithaca, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Classics offers students an in-depth study of ancient Greek and Latin languages, literature, history, and philosophy. The program emphasizes developing strong research and analyti...
City University Of New York
PhD in Classics
- New York, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Classics is designed for students interested in deepening their understanding of ancient languages, literature, history, and culture. The program emphasizes rigorous research and cr...
University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
PhD in Classics
- Los Angeles, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Classics at UCLA is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and rigorous education in ancient Greek and Latin language, literature, history, and culture. The curriculum em...
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Learn more about Classical Studies Doctoral degree programs
Classical degree programs at the Doctoral level offer a deep dive into the rich tapestry of ancient cultures, languages, and philosophies. This field encourages you to explore the foundational elements of Western thought and their lasting influences on various disciplines.
Through rigorous research and analysis, you'll engage with primary texts in Greek and Latin, alongside advanced literary theory. Students cultivate skills in critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and exegetical methods, while crafting original research that contributes to the understanding of classical antiquity. The academic environment stimulates independence and curiosity, allowing scholars to pursue complex inquiries that require both creativity and precision.
As you advance, your coursework may include seminar sessions focused on topics like historical linguistics and classical historiography. These experiences will sharpen your expertise in evaluating ancient sources, and equip you to present findings in scholarly debates and publications. Graduates often embark on careers in academia, research, or heritage management, where their skills in understanding and interpreting classical traditions become invaluable.