DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 8,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* per year. Scholarships available covering both tuition fees and living expenses.
Key Summary
Introduction
The Classics and Ancient Civilizations (Research) master's at Leiden University covers the entire range of present-day research on the civilisations of Greece and Rome, Egypt and the Ancient Near East.
Why study Classics and Ancient Civilizations (Research) at Leiden University
The research master's programme distinguishes itself from other similar master's programmes by consistently integrating Greek and Roman Antiquity, the world of the Hebrew Bible, ancient Judaism, emerging Christianity, Egypt (ancient, antique and late-antique) and the cuneiform cultures of Ancient Mesopotamia, within their broader context. The number of specialisations offered by the Classics and Ancient Civilizations (Research) programme is unparalleled.
Use a range of research methods
The programme makes creative use of a wide range of research methods, all of them well-represented at Leiden University. Traditional philology with its intimate knowledge of languages and texts, while still indispensable, is enriched by literary studies, cultural history, and the analysis of material culture.
Curriculum
The Research Master in Classics and Ancient Civilizations covers two years (120 EC) and provides intensive and comprehensive training across the entire range of present-day research on the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome and the Ancient Near East.
You may specialize in one of four tracks:
- Assyriology (Research): gives you the opportunity to explore the rich history of ancient Mesopotamia alongside top researchers in the field.
- Classics (Research): ranks among the best programs in the world, with teachers who will expose you to innovative research on Greek and Latin literature, ancient history and philosophy.
- Egyptology (Research): focuses on Ancient Egypt as a major player in world history.
- Hebrew and Aramaic Studies (Research): gives you the opportunity to specialize in the languages and culture of ancient Syria-Palestine.
Core courses
For a detailed programme, please see the Prospectus. Please note that this guide applies to the current academic year, which means that the curriculum for next year may slightly differ.
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Career Opportunities
Our graduates end up working in a diverse range of positions, examples include:
- PhD candidate at Dutch and international universities
- Project assistant at a Dutch city council
- Research assistant at a university
- Curator at a museum
- Policy officer at a ministry
- Communications officer
- Programme manager
- Teacher of classical languages at a secondary school