Range of studies
The study of Ancient History deals with Greco-Roman antiquity. In addition to the historical context, the department focuses on source studies (epigraphy and papyrology). In the course of your studies, you will also gain insights into more in-depth areas such as military history, Greek and Roman literature, Etruscology, numismatics, history of religion, etc. Exciting courses such as the interpretation of ancient literary sources provide important foundations for critical work and opportunities for guided and independent immersion in the subject matter.
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Bachelor of Arts
Ancient History and Studies in Classical Antiquity
Degree Programme Code: 033 607
Duration: 6 semesters / 180 ECTS credits (including 60 ECTS Credits of extension curricula)
Requirements for admission:
Secondary-school leaving certificate
Latin prior to admission
Supplementary examination during the degree programme:
Additional exam in Greek during the degree programme (if you attended Greek at a secondary school after the 8th grade for at least ten hours per week, the knowledge is taken as given).
Language: German
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Master of Arts
Ancient History and Studies in Classical Antiquity
Degree Programme Code: 066 807
Duration: 4 semesters / 120 ECTS credits
Requirements for admission:
Completion of a previous degree (bachelor’s degree) in a related discipline.
Language: German
Degree: Master of Arts (MA)
Doctoral/PhD programme
Ancient History
Degree Programme Code: 792 310
Duration: 6 semesters
Requirements for admission:
To be able to apply for a doctorate, the applicant must hold a master's degree in the intended field of research.
Degree: Dr. phil.
Extension curricula [EC]
The programmes offered are aimed at students of other fields of study who wish to expand their knowledge in Ancient History.
- EC Basics of Ancient History. Basic level
Degree Programme Code: 097
15 ECTS - EC Basics of Ancient History. Advanced level
Degree Programme Code: 098
15 ECTS - EC Roman History
Degree Programme Code: 090
15 ECTS - EC Greek History
Degree Programme Code: 099
15 ECTS - EC Etruscans and Italic Peoples
Degree Programme Code: 595
15 ECTS
Language: German