At University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada, MA/MS in Classical Studies is offered as a master's degree in Classical Studies & Ancient History programme. The programme runs for 16 months, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.
Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Classical Studies & Ancient History
Duration: 16 months
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,696 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts in Classical Studies at the University of Waterloo focuses on the languages, literature, and material culture of ancient Greece and Rome. The program takes an interdisciplinary approach, combining coursework and research with a guest speaker series, research days, and collaboration with international partners, and builds strong training in classical languages alongside the analytical and communication skills needed for further academic work or other careers. The degree is delivered on the Waterloo campus and is designed to be completed in 16 months of full-time study, with admission in the Fall term. Applicants who do not meet the standard academic requirement may still be considered where other evidence supports admission, sometimes following a preparatory qualifying year. The program suits students aiming at doctoral study in classics or at careers that draw on strong language training, research, and communication skills.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:78.00 / %
Admission Requirements: An honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in classical studies, or a closely related discipline with similar language training, with an overall average of 78% in the last two years of undergraduate study, is required. Applicants without this background may still be admitted if other evidence justifies it, though a preparatory qualifying year may be required. Applicants whose prior education was not in English must meet Waterloo's graduate English proficiency requirement, typically demonstrated with TOEFL iBT 5 overall (5 in writing and speaking) or IELTS Academic 7.5 overall (7.0 in writing and speaking).
