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    ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts

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    Vancouver, CAMAIn-person2 years
    CA$19,768.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    37.7%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    2
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$19,768.

    About the program

    Program focuses on languages, literature, material culture, and history of Ancient Greece and Rome. Students complete coursework in archaeology, religion, literature, ancient languages, history, and cultures of the ancient Mediterranean and Near East, followed by a thesis.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings by Subject (Classics & Ancient History): 51-150

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 18, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 overall (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 (Canada) for master's graduates

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is CA$19,768 across 30 required credits.
    Is ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: 76% (B+ range)
    How competitive is ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    ClassicsMaster of ArtsFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 37.7%.