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    Ancient History MA

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    London, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £35,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    73%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits
    £90.00
    App fee

    Ancient History MA at UCL is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in London, GB. Tuition is £35,400.

    About the program

    Intercollegiate programme covering ancient history from 3000 BCE to 750 CE across the Mediterranean, Middle East, and North Africa. Develops skills in archaeology, epigraphy, numismatics, papyrology, and textual criticism through taught modules and dissertation.

    Focus: both
    51-150 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Classics & Ancient History)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 26, 2026
    Sept 2026
    Jun 26, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Level 4: Overall score of 109 with 27/30 in reading and writing and 23/30 in speaking and listening (tests before 21 Jan 2026); Level 4: Overall score of 5.5 and 5.0 in reading, writing, speaking and listening (tests after)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Level 4: Overall score of 7.5 and a minimum of 7.0 in each component

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,900.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Ancient History MA at UCL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Ancient History MA at UCL is £35,400 across 180 required credits.
    Is Ancient History MA at UCL online or in-person?
    Ancient History MA at UCL is offered in-person.
    How long does Ancient History MA at UCL take to complete?
    Ancient History MA at UCL is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Ancient History MA at UCL?
    Per the program's published guidance: Upper second-class (2:1) Bachelor's degree
    How competitive is Ancient History MA at UCL?
    Ancient History MA at UCL reports an acceptance rate of approximately 73%.