Ancient History and Greek
The University of EdinburghAncient History and Greek MA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £28,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is AAB.
A-Level Entry
AAB
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£28,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
In MA Ancient History and Greek, you will combine the study of the history of the Graeco-Roman world with the study of the ancient Greek language.
The programme is of particular educational value in that it develops the disciplinary skills of the historian with:
* linguistic knowledge
* interpretation of literature
The study of Greek will give you access to some of the world’s greatest literature. You will read foundational texts of the western tradition (such as epic, tragedy, philosophy and history) in their original language.
The ability to read texts in Greek will also enrich and deepen your study of ancient history.
You will have the opportunity to:
* Study the Greek and Roman civilisations from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity and Byzantium.
* Take courses on other ancient peoples and civilisations such as the Etruscans, the Persians and the Carthaginians.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Classics
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £28,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ