Ancient Languages and Cultures - MA, MS

The MA and MS in Ancient Languages and Cultures (ALC) focus on the historical methods and ancient languages necessary to prepare students for admission to and success at doctoral programs in fields that require those skills. These fields include classics; ancient, medieval, and early modern history; religious studies; and related disciplines in literature, theology, divinity, philosophy, and art history. For students who wish to build on their undergraduate education in ancient languages and cultures, this degree offers a chance to gain access to premier universities and lay the foundation for a successful academic career.

Our classics faculty have specialties in ancient history, intellectual history and classical drama. Other faculty members participating in the program have specialties in Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, early modern Europe, as well as African, Latin American, and environmental history. Professors work with students individually to design a course of study tailored to the students’ needs.

This is an in-person, terminal Master's program normally conducted over the course of two years. Options for part-time students are also available. For more information on the program and admission requirements, visit https://www.usu.edu/degrees-majors/ancient-languages-and-cultures_ms_ma.

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