Location
Streatham Campus, Exeter
The programme can be taken as a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme. There are three compulsory elements: the core module applicable to the chosen pathway; a skills module in research methodology; and a 20,000 word dissertation. In addition you will take two other elements: a language module in Greek or Latin, taught at all levels from beginners to post-degree advanced level; and an option chosen from a range of choices designated for each pathway. The MA can be taken as independent programmes or as the first year of a four-year programme leading to the PhD.
This programme is available with a choice of five specialised pathways which are based on the research expertise of the Department:
- Ancient Drama and Society
- Food and Culture in Antiquity
- Hellenistic Culture
- Roman Myth and History
- Alternative Histories Through Art and Archaeology
I enjoy studying the wide and diverse range of source material that we are required to engage with, including art, literature, history, language and philosophy. The formation and manipulation of mythology within classical societies is a fascinating avenue through which to examine one of the ways that a culture defines and views itself.
The seminars for my core module Roman Mythology were a real treat in that they were part-led by a leading scholar in that field. Professor Wiseman had translated the work we were discussing and even though it had yet to be published, he provided each of us with a draft copy, which reflects both the kindness and leading edge that this department has to offer.
The course on offer is both wide-ranging and the calibre of its teaching staff is outstanding. Lecturers’ doors really are open at almost any hour and they have consistently been helpful in aiding me with both assignments and problems. One of the chief benefits of this course is the balanced mix of oral and written measurements of assessment. It is an invaluable skill to be able to write both an assignment and to deliver a presentation: whether it is in classics or in business.
Alex Ratcliffe, MA Classics and Ancient History 2010
