PhD in Classical Archaeology
PhD In Classical Archaeology
The Department offers two Phds, PhD in Classics and a PhD in Classical Archaeology. Course requirements and length of programme depend to some extent on the student’s previous training and on the student’s anticipated needs for the chosen area of specialization.
The PhD in Classical Archaeology is a broadly-based programme leading to a general qualification in Classical Archaeology. Students are encouraged to explore all aspects of ancient Greek and Roman material culture in courses, preparation for qualifying exams, and the thesis. In addition, students participate in field projects run by the University of Alberta. Four to six years are normally required to complete the programme.
The minimum period of residence is two academic years of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.
Entrance Requirements
In addition to general Departmental requirements, a student must have an MA in Classical Archaeology or equivalent.
Program requirements
The length of the programme is four to six years depending on previous preparation. Course work can normally be completed in one year, but for students deficient in a required language an additional year may be necessary.
Six courses at the graduate level (*18), at least three (*9) of which must be in the Department of History and Classics at the 500-600 level and one (*3) of which must be fieldwork or the equivalent. These requirements will normally be completed in the first year. The prerequisites for advancement to PhD candidacy are two (*6) author courses in Greek or Latin, whichever is the major language; demonstrated reading knowledge of two modern languages relevant to the student’s field of study; successful completion of one PhD qualifying examination on the major ancient literary and archaeological sources relevant to the study of Classical or Hellenistic Greek art, monuments and topography; and successful completion of one PhD qualifying examination on the major ancient literary and archaeological sources relevant to the study of Roman Republican or Imperial art, monuments and topography.
Candidacy Examinations
An oral examination on the student’s general field of research for the thesis, including consideration of the student’s thesis proposal. This examination is designed to assess whether the student has (1) an adequate knowledge of the discipline and of the subject matter relevant to the thesis, and (2) the ability to pursue and complete original research at an advanced level.
It is recommended that students take the oral candidacy examination by the middle of their third years.
Thesis and final Oral Examination
The final oral examination will be on the student's thesis, which will normally be between 200 and 300 pages.