Overview

Teaching and learning on the MSt in Ancient Philosophy at the University of Oxford consists of individual supervisions with members of the faculty during term-time, classes, lectures, and ongoing independent research.

It is not a course requirement for students without any (or with little) Ancient Greek to attend the language classes currently run by the Faculty of Classics, but it is highly recommended that they do so, as being able to read philosophical texts in the original language is an advantage for Ancient Philosophy students. Students with intermediate or advanced Greek may choose to attend more advanced Ancient Greek classes.

Graduate destinations

MSt in Ancient Philosophy graduates usually progress to doctoral programmes, either at the faculty itself or elsewhere. Some, however, have pursued non-philosophical academic careers, or careers outside academia, including banking, information technology, law, management consultancy, teaching and public service.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy Ancient History View 82 other Masters in Ancient History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcript(s)

CV/résumé

Statement of purpose/personal statement:

A maximum of 500 words

Written work:

Either one essay of between 4,000 and 5,000 words or two essays of a maximum of 2,500 words each

References/letters of recommendation: Three overall, generally academic

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41250 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

17900 GBP / year

≈ 17900 GBP / year

Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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Funding

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