Classics is the study of the language, literature, history, art and culture of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Our range of Classics programmes allow you to focus on various aspects of the classical world: the Greek and Latin languages, classical literature, ancient history and classical art and archaeology. Classics graduates often progress to further study or careers in academia, teaching and museum work. Previous graduates have also gone on to work in accountancy, finance, IT, publishing, the civil service or law (after completing further qualifications).
The School of History, Classics & Archaeology’s Awards for Academic Excellence offer students the opportunity to apply for financial support towards the third year of study. Our recently refurbished teaching and learning spaces offer world-leading facilities and house an extensive historical collection. Students have access to the collections of the National Library of Scotland and the National Museum of Scotland, situated close to the University.
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These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
The typical offer is likely to be:
SQA Highers: AAAA.
A Levels: AAB.
IB: 38 Points (666 at HL).
Minimum entry requirements
SQA Highers: ABBB by end of S5 or ABBBB/AABB from S4-S6. National 5: English at Grade C and Mathematics or an approved science at Grade C.
A Levels: ABB. GCSEs: English at Grade C and Mathematics or an approved science at Grade C.
IB: Award of Diploma with 34 points overall and grades 655 in HL subjects. SL: English at 4 and Mathematics or an approved science at 4.
If you are an international student and your school qualifications are not accepted for direct entry to the University you may be eligible for admission to this degree programme through our International Foundation Programme. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | You must provide evidence that your written and spoken English is at a level that will enable you to succeed in your studies.
If English is not your first language, you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your spoken and written English:
IELTS Academic module overall 6.5 with 5.5 in each component;
TOEFL-iBT 92 or above with 20 in each section;
Cambridge English: Advanced & Proficiency overall 176 with 162 in each component;
Pearson Test of English (Academic): Total 61 with at least 51 in each "Communicative Skills" section *Trinity ISE: ISE II with a distinction in all four components
For SQA and GCSE students, unless a higher level is specified in the stated entry requirements, a pass is required in English at the following grades or higher:
SQA National 5 Grade C;
SQA Standard Grade 3;
SQA Intermediate 1 Grade A;
SQA Intermediate 2 Grade C;
GCSE Grade C;
IB Standard Level Grade 4. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
