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    Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA)

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    Leiden, NLMAIn-person1 year
    €22,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Leiden, NL. Tuition is €22,300.

    About the program

    The program examines political, social, and cultural dynamics of the Graeco-Roman world from 400 BC to AD 400, focusing on empire-building from Hellenistic kingdoms to the Roman Empire and its effects on local cultures, religions, and identities using documentary sources like inscriptions, papyri, coins, and archaeology.

    Focus: both
    13 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 - History) | 1 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 - History)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL internet based: 90 overall, with at least 4.0 (new 1-6 scale as of 21 January 2026) or 20 (old 0-30 scale) for each separate component.
    IELTS
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    Min IELTS Academic modules only, on paper or on computer: 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 for each separate component score.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)

    €14,294.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University is €22,300 across 60 required credits.
    Is Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University online or in-person?
    Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University is offered in-person.
    How long does Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University take to complete?
    Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University?
    Post-completion work rights for Ancient History: Empires, Societies and Cultures (MA) at Leiden University: 1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)