MA in Classical Reception

Awards Available	MA
Duration of programme	One year full-time; two years part-time
Part-time study available?	Yes
Number of places	Not fixed

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Programme overview

This innovative programme enables you to engage with the different ways in which the classical past, and its literature, art and ideas, have been received and appropriated in the post-classical world. Bristol has been at the forefront of classical reception studies for more than 20 years, and we offer a broad, theoretically-informed approach to the subject, to help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary for interdisciplinary studies. You will be encouraged to reflect on reception theories and methodologies and to consider the ways in which classical material is reinterpreted in different contexts. You will also develop a solid foundation in new disciplinary areas linked to your own research interests, such as history of art or film theory.

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Entry requirements

An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Non-traditional qualifications/routes may also be considered.

For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website.

Admissions statement

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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Programme structure

Core Units

First Semester

Research Methods
Theories and Approaches
Two optional units

Second Semester

Research Methods
Two optional units

You are encouraged to take a relevant unit in another discipline as one of your optional units.

Dissertation

Starting in the second semester under the guidance of a subject expert, you will research a subject of your choice and submit a dissertation of around 15,000 words.

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Apply online

Application deadline: 1 August 2014