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Master's Degree Classical Archaeology



The Master's degree programme in Classical Archaeology can be studied in both the 1-subject and the 2-subject model.

This degree programme is suitable for graduates of the following subjects: archaeology, history and other cultural studies subjects.

Start: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters

Language of instruction: usually German

Admission: not restricted

Admission requirements: compulsory counselling interview with the responsible academic advisor prior to enrolment/re-enrolment, knowledge of Latin and knowledge of two modern foreign languages. One of these should be English, the second another academically relevant foreign language.


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This degree programme is unique because...

the skills acquired in an archaeological or ancient studies B.A. degree programme are deepened through individual specialisation in the field of Greco-Roman antiquity. Interdisciplinarity and professional practice guarantee an education at a high academic level.



It offers a specialisation in the areas of...

  • local and monument knowledge of the cultures of Greco-Roman antiquity
  • genesis and development of ancient art and other types of artefacts
  • consolidation of cultural-historical contexts using the example of ancient cultures

  • problems of ancient epochs and their material legacy
  • genres, media, functions, techniques, contexts, forms and styles
  • independent development of and reflection on current academic positions
  • archaeological professions


you bring to the table:

  • increased interest in cultural-historical issues
  • basic knowledge of an archaeological-historical discipline
  • expertise in the presentation of complex issues in oral and written form
  • idealism, paired with frustration tolerance

you enjoy:

  • critically analysing the material legacy of the cultures of Greco-Roman antiquity
  • communication and the transfer of knowledge
  • the development of independent research positions

you can fight through:

  • the wealth of archaeological finds from many excavation sites from many eras and cultures
  • extensive literature in foreign languages (e.g. English, French, Italian or Turkish)
  • the preparation of written papers and oral presentations
  • at universities and other higher education institutions
  • in museums and exhibitions
  • in the preservation of historical monuments
  • in adult education and tourism
  • in cultural management

A work placement is part of the curriculum. Duration: at least 4 weeks

A stay abroad is recommended. It is completed in the 2nd-3rd semester. Duration: 1-2 semesters.
Numerous partner universities and institutes in Germany and abroad offer the opportunity to study abroad and change universities during the degree programme.

Proof of knowledge of Latin at the level of the Latinum or knowledge of Ancient Greek at the level of the Graecum must be provided when registering for the MA thesis.


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