In Classics, the Department offers two course-based MAs: one in Classical Languages (Greek, Latin, and Classical Studies), where some concentration is possible in classical literature or ancient history; the other in Classical Archaeology, which offers an opportunity to pursue archaeological fieldwork. The PhD in Classics is also offered in both Classical Languages, which is a broad based program leading to a general qualification in Classics, and in Classical Archaeology.
Program Requirements:
Students are required to complete a minimum of ?28 including both coursework and a Directed Research Project.
Coursework (?22):
At least five ?3 graduate-level courses in GREEK or LATIN
Three courses must be in one of GREEK or LATIN; two courses must be in the other
Two additional ?3 graduate-level courses in CLASS, GREEK, and/or LATIN
A graduate-level course from outside Classics may be substituted for one of these, subject to approval of the Department
CLASS 501 (?1)
Directed Research Project (?6):
Students must successfully complete two consecutive registrations of ?3 in CLASS 900, which requires a research paper of 40-50 pages
Ethics Requirement:
Students fulfill three hours of the FGSR Ethics Training Requirement through CLASS 501. Students must also complete the FGSR Graduate Ethics Training course.
Professional Development Requirement:
Students fulfill four hours of the FGSR Professional Development Requirement through CLASS 501. See the Department website for a guideline of Department resources to fulfill the remaining PD hours.
Modern Language Requirement:
Students must demonstrate competence in French, German or Italian according to the procedures specified in the Departmental Language Requirement.
Residence Requirement:
The minimum period of residence is two four-month terms of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.
Length of Program:
The time required to complete the MA will vary according to the previous training of the applicant and the nature of the research undertaken; however, a minimum of 12 months is normally required.
The maximum time to complete the course-based MA program as set by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is six years.
