Classics

Studley Campus, Halifax, Canada

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48 monthsProgram duration

4,527 CADTuition Fee/year

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Classics and Ancient HistoryMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Classics and Ancient History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of Classics has on file a detailed description on the regulations for the PhD degree. All students should obtain a copy from the departmental office.
The Classics PhD degree consists essentially of:

work in the advanced seminars of the department in the candidate’s main field (the number and extent to be determined by the Supervisory Committee in consultation with the candidate);
work in the seminars of the department in the minor field (the number and extent to be determined by the Supervisory Committee in consultation with the candidate); and
a substantial and original thesis of value in the judgment of the department.

Examinations At the conclusion of his or her first academic year, each candidate’s record shall be reviewed by the department to determine his or her fitness to proceed with further studies.
Comprehensive (preliminary) examination At least one year before the candidate presents himself or herself for the PhD degree he or she shall pass a comprehensive (preliminary) examination, which will be a written and oral examination in subjects relevant to the candidate’s thesis area and minor fields of study.

Program overview

Main Subject

Classics and Ancient History

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

work in the advanced seminars of the department in the candidate’s main field (the number and extent to be determined by the Supervisory Committee in consultation with the candidate);
work in the seminars of the department in the minor field (the number and extent to be determined by the Supervisory Committee in consultation with the candidate); and
a substantial and original thesis of value in the judgment of the department.

Bachelor GPA

TOEFL

92+

PTE Academic

65+

IELTS

First-class thesis Master’s degree or its equivalent
Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study
Degree granted by university of recognized standing
Most candidates for admission to a doctoral program possess a Master's Degree. Direct entry to some programs is possible for those with exceptional academic standing

Program Duration

4 Years

Starting Month(s)

Jan

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Studley Campus, Halifax, Canada

48 monthsProgram duration

4,527 CADTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Classics and Ancient HistoryMain Subject Area

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