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    Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts

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    Vancouver, CAMAIn-person20 months
    CA$19,767.00
    Tuition
    over 20mo
    35.7%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    3
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 20-month, in-person MA program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$19,767.

    About the program

    The program covers the archaeology and material culture of ancient Greece, Egypt, Mesopotamia, and the Roman Empire from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity through coursework, archaeological fieldwork, and a thesis.

    Focus: both
    QS Subject Rankings: 51-150
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 18, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 total (Reading 22, Writing 21, Speaking 21, Listening 22)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 overall (Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5, Speaking 6.5, Listening 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years (PGWP)

    CA$18,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is CA$19,767 across 30 required credits.
    Is Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is structured around 20 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ range (76%)
    How competitive is Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    Classical and Near Eastern ArchaeologyMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35.7%.