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Diploma of Classics

Memorial University of Newfoundland

St. John's, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A 2-year course-based master programme in Classics at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Classics can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
Audience and ethical considerations
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Law
Medicine
Library and information sciences
Museums and archives
Academia

Curriculum

Two years full time for suitably prepared students
Built on classical texts and research methods and the department's strengths in Roman studies
Greek literature and the link between texts and material culture. Applicants need basic Latin and/or Greek grammar and a written sample.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree of at least second-class standing
Usually in the discipline or a cognate one (programme specific)
Statement of interest
Two references and CV
English proficiency evidence unless the degree was taught in English. Grade guidance from source: Undergraduate science degree with at least second-class standing.

Accepted academic background

Undergraduate science degree (second-class minimum) with introductory microbiology and chemistry, Or a 3-year Canadian Diploma of Technology, Or equivalent work experience and education.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 83
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 60
Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (if applicable)
Personal Statement
Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

Check the programme requirements and deadline. Apply online through the institution's official application portal
Choose degree
Route and semester
pay the 120 CAD international application fee by Visa or Mastercard. Write the statement of interest and
For research routes
Name up to two possible supervisors. Upload transcripts
Degree confirmation
Two reference letters
A CV and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items
Submit before the deadline.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$23,596, $6,390 CAD
Application fee	$120 CAD
Deposit	$1,500 CAD

Program details

Campus	St. John's
Faculty or school	Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	Classics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Graduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
78 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.