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Program overview
Research in Greek and Roman studies is based on the many writings and artifacts that have survived from ancient times and have been rediscovered. These range from everyday materials and records of human living to classic masterpieces of literature and art. The aim of this doctoral program is to train research-minded students, already armed with original ideas and initiative, to become inspiring teachers and insightful professional scholars. In our small and vibrant department, you will get the access and attention you need from our faculty of internationally recognized scholars. Students can take advantage of the department's reference library and extensive database. Opportunities exist for cross-disciplinary study with related programs like religious studies.
Completing this program
- Core Course: A course on research and professional training (not counted toward the student's GPA).
- Directed Studies: Four courses in Greek and Latin texts, or in introductory language classes for graduate students.
- Reading List and Proposal: Students prepare a core reading and dissertation reading list and submit a dissertation proposal.
- Additional Courses: Four graduate seminar courses, two of which may be outside the department if appropriate to the student's specialization.
- Language Requirement: Reading knowledge of two of the three following modern languages into English: French, German or Italian.
- Candidacy and Dissertation: Students must pass a candidacy exam, and must submit and defend an original dissertation.
Outcomes
Academic teaching and research, curatorial positions in museums, archival work in libraries.
A PhD in greek and roman studies is usually considered a final degree.
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Accepting InquiriesSyriac History and Archaeology, Byzantine History and Archaeology, Muslim-Christian interaction in Mesopotamia, Gender theory in Byzantine Archaeology, Byzantine Anatolia -
Accepting InquiriesRoman religion, Early Christianity and its interactions with non-Christian religions, Ancient divination, Greek and Roman historiography -
Accepting InquiriesRoman Art and Archaeology
Admission requirements
GPA
While the minimum GPA requirement is 3.0, successful applicants typically have a GPA of 3.5 or greater on a 4.0 point system.
Minimum education
Master of Arts or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Work samples
None
Documents
None
Reference letters
Two
Test scores
None
Additional languages
Competence in reading French, German or Italian must be acquired either before or during the program.
All research areas require proficiency in reading Greek and/or Latin.
English language proficiency (ELP)
An applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirement in one of the following ways:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL ibt) score of 86 with no section less than 20 (Internet-based).
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 with no section less than 6.0 (Academic version).
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 59, or higher (academic version).
- Canadian Academic English Language test (CAEL) score of 70 with no section less than 60.
- Academic Communication Certificate (ACC) score of B+ in each course.
Deadlines
For admission on September 1:
- Canadians and permanent residents: Dec. 15 application deadline
- International students: Dec. 15 application deadline
If you're not a Canadian or permanent resident, or if you have international credentials, make sure to learn about international requirements
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