Faculty of Philosophy Latin / Classical Philology – Master

The Master’s degree programme in Latin Studies focusses on the study of surviving ancient texts in the Latin language. During the course of the degree programme, students will expand upon previously-acquired knowledge of the Latin language and its literature against the backdrop of literary history, including its context and future influence. Students will gain a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of these texts and a diverse range of interpretive methods, both linguistic and theoretical, as well as obtaining a sense of the interrelationships with related disciplines (e.g. Greek Studies, Modern Literary Studies, Philosophy, Theology, and Cultural Studies). The Master’s degree programme in Latin Studies is intended to provide students with a methodologically-based understanding of texts in Latin, including those of a more specialised nature, against a backdrop of both Roman and Greek literary history, including its context and its future influence. Students will learn to apply advanced scholarly methods and knowledge as well as to be able to perform independent work that conforms to academic standards and to gain an overview of the interrelationships between the various aspects of Latin Studies. This will permit students to convey the relevance of Latin Studies to external parties (including non-academics).

It is mandatory to choose a minor in combination with this Master programme. For further information please refer to the Examination Rules and Regulations.

The Master's degree programme Latin Studies can also be studied in the international version in cooperation with the University of Catania, the oldest and largest university in Sicily. The joint degree programme Latin Studies, offered by the universities of Heidelberg and Catania has a standard period of study of 4 semesters of which two semesters must be spent in Heidelberg and two semesters in Catania. Prior to switching between the two universities, students must be able to prove good Italian or German language skills (C1). After completing the Master's examination, students will be awarded the title “Master of Arts” by Heidelberg University and will additionally receive a joint diploma from both universities.

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