# Classics, Greek and Latin

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The study of classics, Greek and Latin at St Andrews immerses students in works of literature of enormous richness that have provided inspiration for so many areas of later western literature, culture and thought.

Greek courses at St Andrews teaches students to appreciate the history, social values, religion and philosophy of the ancient world. Greek modules cover a variety of areas from the archaic period through to late antiquity.

Latin courses at St Andrews teaches students the language that is the ancestor of many European languages through the study of epic poetry to historiography and letter-writing. Latin modules cover a vast timeline from the pre-classical period to the Middle Ages.

Studying classics combines the study of Greek and Latin literature and language from archaic Greece to the Late Roman Empire, all around the Mediterranean world and beyond.

## Undergraduate

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## Postgraduate research

The School of Classics offers [PhD and MPhil research programmes](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/classics/prospective/pgr/) and supervises on the following topics:

- Greek and Latin literature
- ancient history
- art and archaeology
- philosophy
- reception studies

To apply, you should first identify and contact a potential supervisor you would like to work with in your intended research area. Find out how to [contact a research supervisor](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/classics/people/).

> “The lively debates and discussions both inside and outside of class pose both a welcome academic challenge as well as foster a real sense of community. I started Latin and Greek as a beginner and am now confidently studying both at Honours.”

**Pippa** \
- Glasgow, Scotland

## Awards

> ### [Third in the UK for classics](https://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2025/sep/13/the-guardian-university-guide-2026-the-rankings)
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> Guardian University Guide 2026

> ### [80% of research activity rated 3\* or 4\*](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/research/showcase/excellence/ref-2021/results/)
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> The most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021)

## [School of Classics](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/classics/)

The University of St Andrews has been a centre for classical studies since its foundation in 1413, and the School of Classics continues to build on its reputation for both teaching and research.

## Studying in St Andrews

[Entry requirements](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/entry/)

The University offers a variety of flexible entry options in order to allow all students, regardless of background or personal circumstances, to apply.

[Fees and funding](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/)

Scholarships and funding options are available at every level of study.

[Accommodation](https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/accommodation/)

St Andrews has variety of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.

## Visit St Andrews

If you’re interested in studying at St Andrews, join us at a visiting day or talk and tour to explore the town, find out about our courses and meet current students. You can also join us for one of our upcoming online events.  

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