Courses / Subject

	Required	Ordinary level grade	Higher level grade
Irish		O6	H7
English		O6	H7
Language		O6	H7
Math		-	-
Science		-	-

This course requires 3 additional subjects

Mature Applicants

Mature applicants are assessed separately to school-leavers. Mature applicants are 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time/flexible degrees the mature age is 21. 

Click here to be taken to our mature applicant information page - tab 3 on that page outlines application steps for this degree.

Mature applicants who have a disability 

If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require support for any required written exercise/interview/ online video audition which may form part of your application assessment, you must complete an online request form and submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2026. Applications for alternative examination accommodation cannot be considered after this deadline. 

For further information on the supporting documentation required, as well as examination and other supports visit the Access Office website.

Leaving Certificate Applicants

Required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7 and O6/H7 in Irish, English, 3rd language. Round 1 points 2025: see above

HEAR and DARE

DARE: The Disability Access Route to Education is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education.

HEAR: The Higher Education Access Route is a third level admissions scheme for school leavers from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Contact the Access Office for more information about these access routes.

The Maynooth Education

Click here for details about optional Critical Skills courses, Electives and degree pathways.  

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The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply.

Categories of applicant:

• School-leavers (Leaving Certificate students)
• Mature students (23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University/part-time degrees the mature age is 21)
• EU/EFTA/UK students
• International students (outside the EU)
• QQI (Further Education) students
• Transferring students
• Deferring students

BA Bachelor of Arts – Classical Studies – Double Major, Major/Minor or as a Minor. Classical Studies and one other subject to degree level.

1st year

• 15 credits of Classical Studies (group 6)
• Plus choose up to 3 other subjects, which may include Critical Skills, from the 5 groups available (max 1 per group). Subject Groups

2nd & 3rd year

• Classical Studies in a Double Major, Major/Minor or Minor with 1 of your 1st year subjects
• Optional modules in both Ancient Greek and Latin are also available
• Optional Study Tour module available
• Optional 10 credit Elective in 2nd year

Students may apply to study overseas after 2nd year (on Erasmus or Study Abroad) and graduate with a BA (International) after 4 years. See the International Studies website for details.

Duration: 3 years (BA) or 4 years (BA International)

Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually. Please check periodically for updates.

Year 1

CLASSICAL STUDIES Subject Overview - "Greek and Roman Civilization" changes name to “Classical Studies” from 2025 Classical Studies involves study of the history, literature, art, philosophy, and mythology of the ancient world; a survey that focusses on, but is not limited to, ancient Greece and Rome. The modern world’s engagement with the Classical legacy, our reception of the past, is a key interest too. As the original interdisciplinary subject, Classical Studies spans an immense range of human experience over some 1,700 years, from the mythic age of the Greek heroes through to the “fall” of the Roman Empire. The subject offers an all-round education that complements many other courses, laying the foundation for success in many careers and walks of life. The complexities and diversity of ancient cultures are studied from many perspectives. Themes explored in individual modules include mythology and the gods; war and heroism; civilization and the ‘barbarian’; ideologies of power and empire; people and elites; gender and sexuality; ideas of justice, law, happiness, and the holy. In Maynooth University, our smaller class sizes and friendly staff allow students to get individual attention and feel at home. No previous knowledge of the subject is required or expected, and all material is studied in English translation. However, beyond first year there are optional modules in Ancient Greek and Latin should the languages be of interest to students. CL1F15 - CLASSICAL STUDIES Credits: 15 Not compulsory: Module Code Credits Semester Compulsory GOD & HEROES: FROM MYTH TO HISTORY GC151 7.5 1 MAKING ROME: CULTURE, POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN THE ROMAN REPUBLIC GC152 7.5 2

Maynooth University Department of Ancient Classics
www.maynoothuniversity.ie/ancient-classics

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After Graduation

• In our fast-changing world, many employers look for graduates who are flexible, creative, and open-minded, who can handle a variety of material and perspectives, conduct independent research, write, and communicate effectively. All these qualities and transferable skills are developed throughout the degree in Classical Studies.
• Its interdisciplinary nature is therefore highly valued as an ideal preparation for careers in education, the civil service, law, business, consultancy, journalism, librarianship, publishing, and cultural and heritage organisations.
• Our graduates in Classical Studies have gone on to careers across the public and private sectors, in teaching and academia, business and finance, publishing and the media.

Visit the Department website for more information about postgraduate options.

After Graduation

• In our fast-changing world, many employers look for graduates who are flexible, creative, and open-minded, who can handle a variety of material and perspectives, conduct independent research, write, and communicate effectively. All these qualities and transferable skills are developed throughout the degree in Classical Studies.
• Its interdisciplinary nature is therefore highly valued as an ideal preparation for careers in education, the civil service, law, business, consultancy, journalism, librarianship, publishing, and cultural and heritage organisations.
• Our graduates in Classical Studies have gone on to careers across the public and private sectors, in teaching and academia, business and finance, publishing and the media.

Visit the Department website for more information about postgraduate options.

For further information on Postgraduate options please go to the Graduate Studies site