Overview
Three subjects are offered within the BA degree in Classics at University College Dublin, which students can take separately or combine:
- Greek & Roman Civilization
- Latin
- Greek
Greek & Roman Civilization explores the Classical World, through history, literature, art, archaeology, mythology and philosophy. You do not need any previous knowledge of the subject, nor will you have to learn the ancient languages.
Latin and Greek allow you to learn a language from scratch or develop your existing knowledge. Learn to read works by authors such as Cicero, Homer, Ovid, Plato, Sophocles and Virgil, in their original languages.
Career
Graduates have highly valued skills including research and data analysis, presentation and discussion of opposing viewpoints, and writing English to a high standard. Graduates have pursued various careers, such as:
- Advertising
- Broadcasting
- Journalism
- Teaching
- IT
- Law
- Business
You can continue your study of the ancient world at UCD, with a taught MA in Classics and a research degree – MLitt or PhD.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Alexander the Great
- Greek Tragedy
- Heracles the Hero
- Greeks, Romans, and Barbarians
- Minoans and Mycenaeans
- Epic after Virgil
- The Oedipus Myth
- Pompeii
- Eating and Drinking in Antiquity
- Family Life in Ancient Greece
- Magic in the Ancient World.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Classics View 10 other Bachelors in Classics in IrelandWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
International applicants are required to present with
IB 24
OR
A Level CCC or equivalent combination.
Please refer to country-specific requirements and comprehensive English language requirements via our UCD Global website.
Tuition Fee
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International
22600 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22600 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
7580 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7580 EUR per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Dublin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Student excellence and achievement are recognised in UCD through a wide variety of scholarships and awards, which celebrate the diverse talents of our students. Many of these awards are highly regarded by employers and industry.
To award outstanding achievement and to attract students of the highest calibre from around the world, UCD is pleased to offer a number of Global Excellence Scholarships to international students.
These scholarships are competitively awarded based on academic merit and offered by country and/or by discipline. Students need to hold an offer before they can apply for a scholarship. Full terms and conditions apply.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Classics.
Available Scholarships
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