At Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada, MA/MS in Classics is offered as a master's degree in Classical Studies & Ancient History programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 18,024 per year (CAD 9,945 per year for local students).
Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Classical Studies & Ancient History
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 9,945 / year
International tuition: CAD 18,024 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts in Classics at Dalhousie University is a graduate program offered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences in collaboration with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, focused on advanced study of the ancient, late-ancient, and medieval worlds. The program follows a thesis-based model in which students pursue independent, original research under the guidance of a supervisor to develop and defend a thesis, delivered in-person in Halifax over a standard duration of two years or longer, with both full-time and part-time enrolment available. Instruction takes place in a small, seminar-based environment that engages ancient texts in their original languages, with particular strength in ancient, late-ancient, and medieval philosophy alongside literature and history. Students may also take on teaching assistantships for undergraduate courses, working alongside faculty mentors. The program suits students planning to pursue doctoral studies in classics, philosophy, religious studies, or medieval studies, as well as those seeking an academic capstone before entering non-academic careers such as curatorial or research work.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants need demonstrated competency in both Classical languages (Greek and Latin) at the Honours level, though this may be relaxed for students who completed a Combined Honours course involving only one Classical language to an advanced level, or adjusted for those focusing on Ancient Philosophy or related areas in consultation with faculty. Three letters of reference are required. Applicants must also submit a writing sample of approximately 20 pages, a list of Greek and Latin texts read in the original language, and a one- to two-page thesis research or personal interest statement. The program typically takes two full years and requires residency in Halifax. January 15 is the deadline for scholarship consideration.
Application Details
Application Deadline:Dalhousie's live Dates and Deadlines page still shows the September 2026 entry cycle as of mid-September 2026, not the 2027 cycle. For that cycle, Bachelor of Science (Nursing), Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science (Medical Sciences) and Bachelor of Social Work close February 15, 2026; the Bachelor of Environmental Design Studies (Architecture) closes March 1, 2026; and the Health Sciences post-diploma option closes June 15, 2026. All other undergraduate programmes are considered on a rolling, space-available basis for both domestic and international applicants, with no separate international closing date published; May 15, 2026 is only the deposit and English-proficiency deadline, not an application deadline. Dalhousie has not yet published September 2027 entry dates. These are institution-wide dates; this programme publishes no deadline of its own.
