The DPhil in Classical Archaeology provides you with the opportunity to pursue substantial independent research from within a wide range of periods and subjects, ranging from the prehistoric Aegean through the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic and Roman periods to Byzantium.
PhD Program Requirements
A strong master’s degree (distinction/first-class or strong merit/upper second-class) in classical archaeology or another subject closely related to the research; and
A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in classical archaeology or closely related fields.
However, entrance is very competitive and most successful applicants have a first-class degree.
For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.5 out of 4.0. However, entrance is very competitive and most successful applicants have a GPA of 3.7 or above.
Evidence of training in ancient and relevant modern languages would be a distinct advantage.
Relevant publications are not expected, but may add to the strength of an application.
PhD Funding Coverage
The University expects to be able to offer over 1,000 full or partial graduate scholarships across the collegiate University in 2024-25.
You will be automatically considered for the majority of Oxford scholarships, if you fulfil the eligibility criteria and submit your graduate application by the relevant December or January deadline.
Most scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit and/or potential.
Application Requirement
1. Online Application
2. Official transcript(s): Your transcripts should give detailed information of the individual grades received in your university-level qualifications to date. You should only upload official documents issued by your institution and any transcript not in English should be accompanied by a certified translation.
3. Research proposal: A clearly set out and well-documented research proposal, written in English, is required. The overall word count should include any bibliography.
4. Written work: Written work in English and relating directly to the field of Classical archaeology is required. This can be undergraduate essays or excerpts from a longer work such as chapters from a dissertation.
5. GRE General Test scores: No Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or GMAT scores are sought.
6. English language proficiency: This course requires proficiency in English at the University’s higher level. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement.
Application Deadline
1 March 2024
Application Fee
An application fee of £75 is payable per course application.
