About this course
Royal Holloway, University of London offers MRes Classical Reception as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Research) programme in Studies in Human Society. Based in Egham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £12,000 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn 1 (September), 2026 and Autumn (September), 2027).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Normally, we require a UK 2:2 (Honours) degree or equivalent in relevant subjects. A successful applicant will usually have the following qualities: an openness to new themes and current interpretations of the classics; an understanding of and interest in the many and diverse ways in which the classical has influenced the modern; an ability to relate disparate areas of study and work with different frameworks.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn 1 (September), 2026
- ▸Autumn (September), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
