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Ancient Religions (Full-time) (MA)

Distance Learning
2 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

This MA in Ancient Religions offers a unique, multidisciplinary programme that explores the diverse religious traditions of the ancient world. The course goes beyond the familiar realms of Greece and Rome to include ancient civilisations as far-reaching as Ancient Egypt, Celtic Britain, and Ancient China. By undertaking a comparative analysis of religious traditions, you will study how different cultures practised religion and engaged with the divine.

You will explore the earliest temples in Southwest Asia, delve into the religions of the Bronze Age Mediterranean, and examine the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt. This programme will also take you across the sacred landscapes of northwest Europe, where you can uncover how ancient peoples interacted with their surroundings.

Through the study of ancient religions, you will encounter a range of key topics, such as organised religious practices, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome, and concepts like cosmology, magic, and divination in the classical world. You will also have the chance to engage with Old Testament texts, exploring their cultural and religious significance. This programme places emphasis on the importance of literary analysis and historical analysis, encouraging you to think critically about the religious, cultural, and political issues that shaped the ancient world.

The course offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor your studies according to your research interests. Modules are designed to cater to a wide variety of themes, from ancient philosophy and classical texts to political and cultural issues in the ancient world. You will also have the chance to engage with Greek and Roman philosophy, biblical studies, and even study ancient languages like New Testament Greek and Biblical Hebrew.

Whether you are interested in the ethical issues surrounding ancient religions or how different cultures viewed death and religion, this programme offers a comprehensive insight into the rich and varied beliefs of the ancient world. It is particularly suitable for those looking to further their academic journey, or to gain an in-depth understanding of the ancient world’s diverse and complex religious traditions.

Through your studies, you will engage with the political, cultural, and ethical issues that continue to influence religious thought today. By exploring these ancient civilisations, you will gain a deeper understanding of how religion shaped, and was shaped by, the ancient world.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
A rich and stimulating learning environment fosters academic growth and curiosity among students.
02
Our staff are research-active, ensuring that they stay updated with the latest developments in their respective fields and bring valuable insights.
03
With small class sizes, students benefit from more personalised attention, creating an environment conducive to meaningful interactions and effective learning experiences.

What you will learn

The Ancient Religions (MA) offers students whose interests centre on this field the opportunity to take a specialist higher degree tailored to investigating evidence for religious practices and beliefs in diverse cultural contexts: Neolithic southwest Asia, Bronze Age Mediterranean, Celtic, Egyptian, Jewish, Graeco-Roman, and ancient China.

Year 1 –

In the first year, you will be introduced to a wide range of ancient religions from different cultural contexts, including Neolithic southwest Asia, the Bronze Age Mediterranean, and ancient Egypt. Through archaeology, anthropology, and textual analysis, you will explore the interconnections between religion and society, examining key religious practices and beliefs. You will also engage with Celtic, Jewish, and Graeco-Roman traditions, gaining a deeper understanding of how cultural, political, and social forces shaped religious thought across different civilisations. This year provides a solid foundation for advanced comparative religious analysis.

Year 2 -

In the second year, you will concentrate on an independent research project, culminating in a dissertation. You will select a specific topic related to ancient religions in close consultation with a member of staff. This will provide an opportunity to apply your knowledge of methodologies, theories, and primary sources to address complex issues. You will develop the ability to construct a well-researched argument, engage critically with modern scholarship, and present your findings professionally. For language-focused students, there is the option to produce a lemmatic commentary on Greek or Latin texts.

Compulsory 

Theory and Methodology for the Study of the Ancient World

(30 credits)

MA Dissertation (Ancient)

(60 credits)

Spaces, Places and Objects in Ancient Mediterranean Religions

(30 credits)

Optional

  • Myth in Greek and Roman Epic (30 credits)
  • Religious Change and Resilience: The case study of Amarna (30 credits)*
Ancient Egyptian Religion

(30 credits)

Religions in China, 1500 BCE - 500 CE

(30 credits)

Aspects of Greek and Roman Religion and Cult

(30 credits)

Sacred Geography

(30 credits)

Cosmology, Magic and Divination

(30 credits)

The Gospel of John
The Bible: Text and Transmission
The Bible: Contemporary Approaches
From Patriarchs to Prophets: Reading and Reception
Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality and Hagiography

(30 credits)

* These modules alternate with each other on an annual basis. 

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements 

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.

  • An MA degree in Ancient Religions involves a wide range of assessment methods.

    In addition to traditional essays, you will be assessed through bibliographic exercises, presentations – oral and PowerPoint-based, creation of abstracts and encyclopaedia articles, in-house conference papers, article reviews, creation of project plans and, of course, the final 15,000-word dissertation.

    This variety of assessment helps develop skills in presenting material in a clear, professional and a lucid manner, whether orally or in writing.

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • The programme provides a broad foundation for postgraduate work by laying particular emphasis on the methodologies and research tools needed for independent advanced study, thus acting as training for students who intend to undertake an MPhil or PhD.

    The course also provides a professional qualification for teachers or others seeking Continuing Professional Development. In addition, the programme will be attractive to students who wish to study out of personal interest.

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Crefyddau Hynafol (Llawn amser) (MA)

Caerfyrddin
2 Flynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae’r MA hwn mewn Crefyddau’r Henfyd yn cynnig rhaglen unigryw, amlddisgyblaethol sy’n archwilio traddodiadau crefyddol amrywiol yr henfyd. Mae’r cwrs yn mynd y tu hwnt i diroedd cyfarwydd Gwlad Groeg a Rhufain i gynnwys gwareiddiadau hynafol mor bellgyrhaeddol ag Aifft yr Henfyd, Prydain y Celtiaid , a Tsieina’r Henfyd. Drwy gynnal dadansoddiad cymharol o draddodiadau crefyddol, byddwch yn astudio sut roedd gwahanol ddiwylliannau yn arfer crefydd ac yn ymgysylltu â’r dwyfol.

Byddwch yn archwilio’r temlau cynharaf yn Ne-orllewin Asia, yn ymchwilio i grefyddau ardal Môr y Canoldir yn yr Oes Efydd, ac yn archwilio duwiau a duwiesau Aifft yr henfyd. Bydd y rhaglen hon hefyd yn mynd â chi ar draws tirweddau cysegredig gogledd-orllewin Ewrop, lle gallwch ddarganfod sut roedd pobloedd hynafol yn rhyngweithio â’u hamgylchedd.

Trwy astudio crefyddau’r henfyd, byddwch yn dod ar draws ystod o bynciau allweddol, megis arferion crefyddol cyfundrefnol, mythau Gwlad Groeg yr henfyd a Rhufain, a chysyniadau fel cosmoleg, hud a dewiniaeth yn y byd clasurol. Byddwch hefyd yn cael cyfle i ymgysylltu â thestunau’r Hen Destament, gan archwilio eu harwyddocâd diwylliannol a chrefyddol. Mae’r rhaglen hon yn rhoi pwyslais ar bwysigrwydd dadansoddi llenyddol a dadansoddi hanesyddol, gan eich annog i feddwl yn feirniadol am y materion crefyddol, diwylliannol a gwleidyddol a luniodd yr henfyd.

Mae’r cwrs yn cynnig hyblygrwydd, sy’n eich galluogi i deilwra eich astudiaethau yn unol â’ch diddordebau ymchwil. Mae’r modylau wedi’u cynllunio i ddarparu ar gyfer amrywiaeth eang o themâu, o athroniaeth yr henfyd a thestunau clasurol i faterion gwleidyddol a diwylliannol yn yr henfyd. Byddwch hefyd yn cael cyfle i ymgysylltu ag athroniaeth Roegaidd a Rhufeinig, astudiaethau Beiblaidd, a hyd yn oed astudio ieithoedd hynafol fel Groeg y Testament Newydd a Hebraeg y Beibl.

P’un a oes gennych ddiddordeb yn y materion moesegol sy’n ymwneud â chrefyddau’r henfyd neu sut roedd gwahanol ddiwylliannau yn ystyried marwolaeth a chrefydd, mae’r rhaglen hon yn cynnig cipolwg cynhwysfawr ar gredoau cyfoethog ac amrywiol yr henfyd. Mae’n arbennig o addas i’r rhai sy’n awyddus i ddatblygu eu taith academaidd, neu gael dealltwriaeth fanwl o draddodiadau crefyddol amrywiol a chymhleth yr henfyd.

Trwy eich astudiaethau, byddwch yn ymgysylltu â’r materion gwleidyddol, diwylliannol a moesegol sy’n parhau i ddylanwadu ar feddwl crefyddol heddiw. Drwy archwilio’r gwareiddiadau hynafol hyn, byddwch yn ennill dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o sut y gwnaeth crefydd siapio, a chael ei siapio gan, yr henfyd.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Course length:
2 Flynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Mae amgylchedd dysgu cyfoethog ac ysgogol yn meithrin twf academaidd a chwilfrydedd ymhlith myfyrwyr.
02
Mae ein staff yn weithgar ym maes ymchwil, sy’n sicrhau eu bod nhw’n cael y wybodaeth gyfredol am y datblygiadau diweddaraf yn eu priod feysydd ac yn cyfrannu mewnwelediadau gwerthfawr.
03
Gyda dosbarthiadau bach, mae myfyrwyr yn elwa ar gael sylw mwy personol, gan greu amgylchedd sy'n addas i gael rhyngweithiadau ystyrlon a phrofiadau dysgu effeithiol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Mae’r cwrs Crefyddau Hynafol (MA) yn cynnig cyfle i fyfyrwyr sydd â diddordeb yn y maes hwn i astudio ar gyfer gradd uwch arbenigol sydd wedi’i theilwra i ymchwilio i dystiolaeth o arferion a chredoau crefyddol mewn cyd-destunau diwylliannol amrywiol: Oes Neolithig de-orllewin Asia, Oes Efydd Môr y Canoldir, y Celtiaid, yr Eifftiaid, yr Iddewon, Gwlad Groeg a Rhufain, a Tsieina hynafol.

Blwyddyn 1 -

Yn y flwyddyn gyntaf, cewch eich cyflwyno i ystod eang o grefyddau hynafol o wahanol gyd-destunau diwylliannol, gan gynnwys De-orllewin Asia yn y cyfnod Neolithig, ardal Môr y Canoldir yn yr Oes Efydd ac Aifft yr henfyd. Trwy archaeoleg, anthropoleg a dadansoddi testunol, byddwch yn archwilio’r cydgysylltiadau rhwng crefydd a chymdeithas, gan archwilio arferion a chredoau crefyddol allweddol. Byddwch hefyd yn ymgysylltu â thraddodiadau Celtaidd, Iddewig a Groegaidd-Rufeinig, gan ennill dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o sut y siapiodd grymoedd diwylliannol, gwleidyddol a chymdeithasol feddwl crefyddol ar draws gwareiddiadau gwahanol. Mae’r flwyddyn hon yn darparu sylfaen gadarn ar gyfer dadansoddiad crefyddol cymharol uwch.

Blwyddyn 2 -

Yn yr ail flwyddyn, byddwch yn canolbwyntio ar brosiect ymchwil annibynnol, gan arwain at draethawd hir. Byddwch yn dewis pwnc penodol sy’n gysylltiedig â chrefyddau’r henfyd mewn ymgynghoriad agos ag aelod o staff. Bydd hyn yn rhoi cyfle i chi gymhwyso eich gwybodaeth am fethodolegau, damcaniaethau a ffynonellau gwreiddiol i fynd i’r afael â materion cymhleth. Byddwch yn datblygu’r gallu i lunio dadl sydd wedi’i hymchwilio’n dda, ymgysylltu’n feirniadol ag ysgolheictod modern, a chyflwyno’ch canfyddiadau’n broffesiynol. Ar gyfer myfyrwyr sy’n canolbwyntio ar iaith, mae yna opsiwn i gynhyrchu esboniad lematig ar destunau Groegaidd neu Ladin.

Gorfodol 

Dewisol

* Mae’r modiwlau hyn yn newid am yn ail bob blwyddyn. 

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen  

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn. 

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr.  

    Mae’r rhain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon.  

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais. 

  • Mae ein gradd MA Crefyddau Hynafol yn cynnwys ystod eang o ddulliau asesu. 

    Yn ogystal â thraethodau traddodiadol, cewch eich asesu trwy ymarferion llyfryddol, cyflwyniadau - llafar a PowerPoint - creu crynodebau ac erthyglau ar gyfer gwyddoniadur, papurau cynadleddau mewnol, adolygiadau o erthyglau, creu cynlluniau prosiect ac, wrth gwrs, y traethawd hir terfynol 15,000 o eiriau.

    Mae’r amrywiaeth hwn yn y dulliau asesu yn helpu i ddatblygu sgiliau wrth gyflwyno deunydd mewn modd clir, proffesiynol ac eglur, boed ar lafar neu’n ysgrifenedig.

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.  

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau. 

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.  

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol 

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.  

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg 

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg.  

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Bwrsarïau ac Ysgoloriaethau.

  • Mae’r rhaglen yn rhoi sylfaen eang ar gyfer swyddi ôl-raddedig, trwy osod pwyslais arbennig ar y fethodoleg a’r offer ymchwil sydd eu hangen ar gyfer astudiaeth annibynnol uwch, a thrwy hynny weithredu fel hyfforddiant i fyfyrwyr sy’n bwriadu ymgymryd ag MPhil neu PhD.

    Mae’r cwrs hefyd yn cynnig cymhwyster proffesiynol i athrawon neu eraill sy’n ceisio Datblygiad Proffesiynol Parhaus. Yn ogystal, bydd y rhaglen yn apelio at fyfyrwyr sy’n dymuno astudio oherwydd diddordeb personol.

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Ancient Religions (Full-time) (MA)

Carmarthen
2 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

This MA in Ancient Religions offers a unique, multidisciplinary programme that explores the diverse religious traditions of the ancient world. The course goes beyond the familiar realms of Greece and Rome to include ancient civilisations as far-reaching as Ancient Egypt, Celtic Britain, and Ancient China. By undertaking a comparative analysis of religious traditions, you will study how different cultures practised religion and engaged with the divine.

You will explore the earliest temples in Southwest Asia, delve into the religions of the Bronze Age Mediterranean, and examine the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt. This programme will also take you across the sacred landscapes of northwest Europe, where you can uncover how ancient peoples interacted with their surroundings.

Through the study of ancient religions, you will encounter a range of key topics, such as organised religious practices, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome, and concepts like cosmology, magic, and divination in the classical world. You will also have the chance to engage with Old Testament texts, exploring their cultural and religious significance. This programme places emphasis on the importance of literary analysis and historical analysis, encouraging you to think critically about the religious, cultural, and political issues that shaped the ancient world.

The course offers flexibility, allowing you to tailor your studies according to your research interests. Modules are designed to cater to a wide variety of themes, from ancient philosophy and classical texts to political and cultural issues in the ancient world. You will also have the chance to engage with Greek and Roman philosophy, biblical studies, and even study ancient languages like New Testament Greek and Biblical Hebrew.

Whether you are interested in the ethical issues surrounding ancient religions or how different cultures viewed death and religion, this programme offers a comprehensive insight into the rich and varied beliefs of the ancient world. It is particularly suitable for those looking to further their academic journey, or to gain an in-depth understanding of the ancient world’s diverse and complex religious traditions.

Through your studies, you will engage with the political, cultural, and ethical issues that continue to influence religious thought today. By exploring these ancient civilisations, you will gain a deeper understanding of how religion shaped, and was shaped by, the ancient world.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
A rich and stimulating learning environment fosters academic growth and curiosity among students.
02
Our staff are research-active, ensuring that they stay updated with the latest developments in their respective fields and bring valuable insights.
03
With small class sizes, students benefit from more personalised attention, creating an environment conducive to meaningful interactions and effective learning experiences.

What you will learn

The Ancient Religions (MA) offers students whose interests centre on this field the opportunity to take a specialist higher degree tailored to investigating evidence for religious practices and beliefs in diverse cultural contexts: Neolithic southwest Asia, Bronze Age Mediterranean, Celtic, Egyptian, Jewish, Graeco-Roman, and ancient China.

Year 1 –

In the first year, you will be introduced to a wide range of ancient religions from different cultural contexts, including Neolithic southwest Asia, the Bronze Age Mediterranean, and ancient Egypt. Through archaeology, anthropology, and textual analysis, you will explore the interconnections between religion and society, examining key religious practices and beliefs. You will also engage with Celtic, Jewish, and Graeco-Roman traditions, gaining a deeper understanding of how cultural, political, and social forces shaped religious thought across different civilisations. This year provides a solid foundation for advanced comparative religious analysis.

Year 2 -

In the second year, you will concentrate on an independent research project, culminating in a dissertation. You will select a specific topic related to ancient religions in close consultation with a member of staff. This will provide an opportunity to apply your knowledge of methodologies, theories, and primary sources to address complex issues. You will develop the ability to construct a well-researched argument, engage critically with modern scholarship, and present your findings professionally. For language-focused students, there is the option to produce a lemmatic commentary on Greek or Latin texts.

Compulsory 

Theory and Methodology for the Study of the Ancient World

(30 credits)

MA Dissertation (Ancient)

(60 credits)

Spaces, Places and Objects in Ancient Mediterranean Religions

(30 credits)

Optional

Ancient Egyptian Religion

(30 credits)

Religions in China, 1500 BCE - 500 CE

(30 credits)

Aspects of Greek and Roman Religion and Cult

(30 credits)

Sacred Geography

(30 credits)

Cosmology, Magic and Divination

(30 credits)

The Gospel of John
The Bible: Text and Transmission
The Bible: Contemporary Approaches
From Patriarchs to Prophets: Reading and Reception
Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality and Hagiography

(30 credits)

* These modules alternate with each other on an annual basis. 

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.

  • An MA degree in Ancient Religions involves a wide range of assessment methods.

    In addition to traditional essays, you will be assessed through bibliographic exercises, presentations – oral and PowerPoint-based, creation of abstracts and encyclopaedia articles, in-house conference papers, article reviews, creation of project plans and, of course, the final 15,000-word dissertation.

    This variety of assessment helps develop skills in presenting material in a clear, professional and a lucid manner, whether orally or in writing.

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • The programme provides a broad foundation for postgraduate work by laying particular emphasis on the methodologies and research tools needed for independent advanced study, thus acting as training for students who intend to undertake an MPhil or PhD.

    The course also provides a professional qualification for teachers or others seeking Continuing Professional Development. In addition, the programme will be attractive to students who wish to study out of personal interest.

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Gwareiddiadau Hynafol (Llawn amser) (MA)

Caerfyrddin
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae’r MA mewn Gwareiddiadau’r Henfyd hwn yn rhoi cyfle i chi archwilio hanes, archaeoleg a diwylliant cyfoethog ac amrywiol cymdeithasau’r henfyd o bob cwr o’r byd.

Byddwch yn archwilio rhyfeddodau Aifft yr Henfyd, gyda’i phyramidiau mawreddog a’i beddrodau dirgel, ac ymerodraethau mawr Mesopotamia, lle adeiladwyd y dinasoedd cynharaf. Mae’r cwrs hefyd yn ymdrin â gwareiddiadau dylanwadol Gwlad Groeg Glasurol a Rhufain, a osododd y sylfeini i lawer o’r gymdeithas fodern, o wleidyddiaeth i athroniaeth. Y tu hwnt i’r cyfarwydd, byddwch hefyd yn archwilio diwylliant a hanes Tsieina’r Henfyd, yr ardal Egeaidd yn yr Oes Efydd, a Cheltiaid gorllewin Ewrop, sydd i gyd wedi llunio’u rhanbarthau mewn ffyrdd unigryw.

Mae’r cwrs wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer unrhyw un sydd â diddordeb brwd yn hanes yr henfyd. Drwy edrych ar weddillion materol y cymdeithasau hyn, fel celf, adeiladau a gwrthrychau bob dydd, byddwch yn cael dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o sut roedd pobl yr henfyd yn byw ac yn meddwl. Trwy astudio archaeoleg, byddwch yn dysgu’r dulliau a’r technegau a ddefnyddir i ddatgelu’r olion hyn, gan eich helpu i ddatblygu sgiliau ymarferol sy’n werthfawr o fewn ymchwil academaidd a thu hwnt.

Yn ogystal ag archwilio diwylliannau’r gorffennol, bydd y rhaglen yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau ymchwil hanfodol. Byddwch yn cael eich cyflwyno i’r offer sydd eu hangen i ddadansoddi testunau ac arteffactau’r henfyd, a fydd yn eich galluogi i ymchwilio i gwestiynau allweddol yn hanes Gwlad Groeg, hanes y Rhufeiniaid, a’r henfyd ehangach. Bydd y sgiliau hyn nid yn unig yn eich paratoi ar gyfer astudiaeth academaidd bellach ond hefyd yn agor drysau i ystod eang o yrfaoedd, o addysg ac amgueddfeydd i dreftadaeth a’r celfyddydau.

Mae’r rhaglen hon yn rhoi golwg fanwl ar yr amrywiol wareiddiadau’r henfyd a luniodd y byd rydym yn byw ynddo heddiw. Mae’n cynnig profiad dysgu eang a hyblyg sy’n annog myfyrwyr i archwilio eu diddordebau, datblygu sgiliau meddwl yn feirniadol, a chael dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o’r gorffennol.

P’un a ydych chi’n angerddol am Wlad Groeg yr Henfyd neu’n chwilfrydig am ddirgelion Aifft yr Henfyd, mae’r cwrs hwn yn cynnig rhywbeth i bawb. Drwy astudio cymdeithasau’r henfyd hyn, byddwch yn cael cipolwg ar gymhlethdodau hanes dynol, a’r ffyrdd y mae’r gorffennol yn parhau i ddylanwadu ar ein presennol a’n dyfodol.

Mae’r rhaglen hon yn cael ei chyflwyno ar y campws neu drwy ddysgu o bell. Mae opsiynau hefyd ar gael i astudio’n llawn-amser neu’n rhan-amser.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Dysgwch fwy am archeoleg, hanes a chrefydd gwahanol ddiwylliannau. hynafol y tu hwnt i Wlad Groeg a Rhufain.
02
Dewiswch o ystod eang o bynciau.
03
Datblygu sgiliau ymchwil a fydd yn sylfaen gadarn ar gyfer astudiaeth bellach, yn ogystal ag amrywiaeth o sgiliau pwysig y gellir eu trosglwyddo’n hawdd i’r gweithle.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Wrth wraidd ein MA mewn Gwareiddiadau’r Henfyd mae ymrwymiad i ddysgu hyblyg a diddorol. Rydym yn cyfuno astudiaeth academaidd drylwyr ag ymchwil ymarferol, gan ganiatáu i fyfyrwyr archwilio hanes, archaeoleg a diwylliant cymdeithasau’r henfyd trwy ystod o ddulliau addysgu trochol, gan gynnwys darlithoedd, seminarau a gwaith maes.

Yn gyntaf, byddwch yn adeiladu sylfaen gref mewn hanes ac archaeoleg yr henfyd, gan astudio gwareiddiadau allweddol, sy’n cynnwys Aifft yr Henfyd, Gwlad Groeg Glasurol, a Rhufain, tra’n dysgu sgiliau ymchwil hanfodol. 

Byddwch yn dyfnhau eich gwybodaeth am wareiddiadau’r henfyd o bob cwr o’r byd, trwy archwilio ystod eang o fodylau dewisol, gan gynnwys Tsieina’r henfyd a’r ardal Egeaidd yn yr Oes Efydd, tra’n datblygu technegau uwch mewn archaeoleg a dadansoddi hanesyddol. 

Trwy brosiect ymchwil manwl, byddwch wedyn yn cymhwyso’ch dysgu i faes penodol o ddiddordeb. Byddwch yn mireinio eich sgiliau ymchwil ymhellach, gan dynnu ar eich astudiaethau mewn archaeoleg a hanes i lunio traethawd hir. 

Gorfodol

Dewisol

  • Newid Crefyddol a Gwydnwch: Astudiaeth achos Amarna (30 credyd)

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  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen  

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn. 

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr.  

    Mae’r hain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon.  

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Bydd y modiwlau’n cael eu hasesu gan ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o wahanol fformatau asesu. Nid oes arholiadau, ac mae pob fformat yn canolbwyntio ar elfen ysgrifenedig neu lafar. Bydd pob elfen ysgrifenedig yn arddangos gwahanol arddulliau o ysgrifennu academaidd ac maen nhw wedi’u cynllunio i annog meddwl yn feirniadol a hunan-fyfyrio. Mae’r sgiliau sy’n cael eu harddangos yn y gwahanol fformatau asesu yn uniongyrchol berthnasol i ystod eang o broffesiynau ymchwil cymhwysol a thu hwnt.

    • Adolygiad Systematig
    • Papur Briffio
    • Cyflwyniad Proffesiynol
    • Asesiad Sgiliau Ymarferol
    • Traethawd Myfyriol
    • Portffolio o gymwyseddau
    • Cynnig ymchwil
    • Papurau ymchwil
  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.  

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau. 

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.  

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol 

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.  

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg 

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg.  

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Bwrsarïau ac Ysgoloriaethau.

  • Mae’r rhaglen hon yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer y rhai sydd eisiau dysgu mwy am yr henfyd, ond mae hefyd dewis o fodiwlau mwy ymarferol i helpu myfyrwyr i wella eu rhagolygon gwaith.

    Mae llawer o’r myfyrwyr sy’n dilyn y cwrs yn rhan-amser eisoes mewn gwaith ac yn dymuno ennill cymhwyster ôl-raddedig fel ffordd bosibl o gael dyrchafiad yn eu swydd neu newid rôl eu swydd.

    Mae ein cyn-fyfyrwyr yn cynnwys newyddiadurwyr, awduron, storïwyr, athrawon, darlithwyr, golygyddion a phobl sy’n gweithio yn y diwydiant twristiaeth neu dreftadaeth.

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Ancient Civilisations (Full-time) (MA)

Carmarthen
2 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

This MA in Ancient Civilisations gives you the chance to explore the rich and varied history, archaeology, and culture of ancient societies from across the globe.

You will explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt, with its majestic pyramids and mysterious tombs, and the great empires of Mesopotamia, where the earliest cities were built. The course also covers the influential civilisations of Classical Greece and Rome, which laid the foundations for much of modern society, from politics to philosophy. Beyond the familiar, you will also examine the culture and history of ancient China, the Bronze Age Aegean, and the Celts of western Europe, all of which shaped their regions in unique ways.

The course is designed for anyone with a keen interest in ancient history. By looking at the material remains of these societies, such as art, buildings, and everyday objects, you will gain a deeper understanding of how ancient people lived and thought. Through the study of archaeology, you will learn the methods and techniques used to uncover these remains, helping you to develop practical skills that are valuable both within and beyond academic research.

In addition to the exploration of past cultures, the programme will help you build essential research skills. You will be introduced to the tools needed to analyse ancient texts and artefacts, which will allow you to investigate key questions in Greek history, Roman history, and the wider ancient world. These skills will not only prepare you for further academic study but also open doors to a wide range of careers, from education and museums to heritage and the arts.

This programme provides an in-depth look at the diverse ancient civilizations that shaped the world we live in today. It offers a broad and flexible learning experience that encourages students to explore their interests, develop critical thinking, and gain a deeper understanding of the past.

Whether you are passionate about Ancient Greece or curious about the mysteries of Ancient Egypt, this course offers something for everyone. By studying these ancient societies, you will gain insight into the complexities of human history, and the ways in which the past continues to influence our present and future.

This programme is delivered on-campus or through distance learning. Full time or part rime study options are also available.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Learn more about the archaeology, history and religion of diverse cultures of the ancient world beyond Greece and Rome.
02
Choose from a wide range of modules.
03
Gain research skills which will be a sound basis for further study, as well as a range of important skills which can be easily transferred to the workplace.

What you will learn

At the heart of our MA in Ancient Civilisations is a commitment to engaging, flexible learning. We blend rigorous academic study with practical research, allowing students to explore the history, archaeology, and culture of ancient societies through a range of immersive teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and fieldwork.

You will firstly build a strong foundation in ancient history and archaeology. studying key civilisations, including Ancient Egypt, Classical Greece, and Rome, while learning essential research skills. 

You will further deepen your knowledge of ancient civilizations from around the world, by exploring a wide range of optional modules, including ancient China and the Bronze Age Aegean, while developing advanced techniques in archaeology and historical analysis. 

Through an in-depth research project, you will then apply your learning to a specific area of interest. You’ll further refine your research skills, drawing on your studies in archaeology and history to produce a dissertation. 

Compulsory

Spaces, Places and Objects in Ancient Mediterranean Religions

(30 credits)

MA Dissertation Ancient Civilisations

(60 credits)

Optional

Rome and the Indian Ocean: The Classical World in a Global Context

(30 credits)

The History and Culture of Late Antiquity

(30 credits)

Art and Representation in the Ancient Near East

(30 credits)

Religions in China, 1500 BCE - 500 CE

(30 credits)

Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality and Hagiography

(30 credits)

Unravelling Heritage: History, Theory, Methods

(30 credits)

Introduction to Digital Humanities

(30 credits)

Screening the Past: Film and History - Ancient, Medieval, Modern
From Patriarchs to Prophets: Reading and Reception
Work Placement

(30 credits)

Ancient Egyptian Religion

(30 credits)

Aspects of Greek and Roman Religion and Cult

(30 credits)

Life in the Eastern Desert of Egypt

(30 credits)

Religious Change and Resilience: The case study of Amarna

(30 credits)

Gender in the Ancient World
Myth in Greek and Roman Epic
Textiles in the Ancient World

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  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

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  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • The modules will be assessed using a range of assessment formats. There are no exams, instead each format focuses on a written or oral element. Each written element showcases different styles of academic writing and designed to encourage critical thinking and self-reflection. The skills demonstrated in the various assessment formats are directly relevant to a broad range of applied research professions and beyond.

    • Systematic Review
    • Briefing Paper
    • Professional Presentation
    • Practical Skills Assessment
    • Reflective Essay
    • Portfolio of competencies
    • Research proposal
    • Research papers
  • You may be offered the opportunity to attend a relevant conference or external event and if so you may be expected to contribute to the costs involved.

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • This programme is ideal for those who want to learn more about the ancient world, but there are also some more practical module choices to help students improve their job prospects.

    Many of the students who undertake the course on a part-time basis are already in employment and wish to gain a postgraduate qualification as a possible means to promotion or change of job role.

    Former students include journalists, writers, storytellers, teachers, lecturers, editors and people who work in the tourist or heritage industries.

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Crefyddau Hynafol (Rhan amser) (MA)

Dysgu o Bell
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae’r rhaglen Crefyddau Hynafol (MA) amlddisgyblaethol unigryw hon yn cyflwyno dadansoddiad cymharol o wahanol draddodiadau crefyddol ar draws yr hen fyd, y tu hwnt i Wlad Groeg a Rhufain ac mor bell i ffwrdd â’r hen Aifft, Prydain Geltaidd a Tsieina hynafol.

Cewch gyfle i drafod gwreiddiau arferion crefyddol trefniadol ac archwilio’r temlau cynharaf yn ne-orllewin Asia, ymgysylltu â chrefyddau Oes Efydd Môr y Canoldir, cwrdd â duwiau a duwiesau’r hen Aifft, ac archwilio tirweddau cysegredig gogledd orllewin Ewrop . Bydd modiwlau eraill yn eich cyflwyno i fythau’r hen Wlad Groeg a Rhufain, cosmoleg, hud a dewiniaeth yn y byd clasurol a thestunau’r Hen Destament.

Mae’r rhaglen yn hyblyg iawn i gyd-fynd gyda’ch diddordebau ymchwil.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Course length:
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Mae amgylchedd dysgu cyfoethog ac ysgogol yn meithrin twf academaidd a chwilfrydedd ymhlith myfyrwyr.
02
Mae ein staff yn weithgar ym maes ymchwil, sy’n sicrhau eu bod nhw’n cael y wybodaeth gyfredol am y datblygiadau diweddaraf yn eu priod feysydd ac yn cyfrannu mewnwelediadau gwerthfawr.
03
Gyda dosbarthiadau bach, mae myfyrwyr yn elwa ar gael sylw mwy personol, gan greu amgylchedd sy'n addas i gael rhyngweithiadau ystyrlon a phrofiadau dysgu effeithiol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Mae’r cwrs Crefyddau Hynafol (MA) yn cynnig cyfle i fyfyrwyr sydd â diddordeb yn y maes hwn i astudio ar gyfer gradd uwch arbenigol sydd wedi’i theilwra i ymchwilio i dystiolaeth o arferion a chredoau crefyddol mewn cyd-destunau diwylliannol amrywiol: Oes Neolithig de-orllewin Asia, Oes Efydd Môr y Canoldir, y Celtiaid, yr Eifftiaid, yr Iddewon, Gwlad Groeg a Rhufain, a Tsieina hynafol.

Mae’r rhaglen yn galluogi myfyrwyr i gael gwell dealltwriaeth o’r gydberthynas rhwng crefydd a chymdeithas o safbwynt trawsddiwylliannol ac felly’n eu galluogi i ddeall gwareiddiadau aml-grefyddol yn well. Ar ben hynny, bydd myfyrwyr yn meithrin dealltwriaeth ehangach o’r grymoedd diwylliannol, economaidd a chymdeithasol sy’n sail i’r byd hynafol a’r syniadau a’r arferion hynafol hyn yn benodol. Mae’n defnyddio amrywiaeth o fethodolegau a safbwyntiau damcaniaethol a gymerwyd o faes Archaeoleg ac Anthropoleg yn ogystal ag o draddodiadau testunol Tsieina hynafol, y byd Clasurol ac astudiaethau’r Hen Destament. 

Mae’r cynllun yn caniatáu i chi astudio amrywiaeth eang o fodiwlau sy’n cwmpasu ystod eang o grefyddau hynafol, gan roi dewis i chi lunio’r rhaglen yn unol â’ch diddordebau.

Mae ein holl fodiwlau ar y cwrs Crefyddau Hynafol (MA) yn cael eu haddysgu gan arbenigwyr sy’n cael eu cydnabod yn rhyngwladol ac ymchwilwyr gweithredol o wahanol ddisgyblaethau, yn enwedig ym maes Archeoleg, y Clasuron, Eifftoleg, Diwinyddiaeth, Astudiaethau Crefyddol, Seryddiaeth Ddiwylliannol, Astudiaethau Celtaidd ac Astudiaethau Tsieineaidd. Mae dylanwad ein hymchwil ar ein haddysgu yn cynnig cyfle i’n myfyrwyr ddysgu gan y goreuon yn y maes a dilyn y tueddiadau a’r darganfyddiadau ysgolheigaidd diweddaraf. 

Mae’r cwrs MA Crefyddau Hynafol ar gael i fyfyrwyr ar y campws a dysgwyr o bell. Mae ein Hamgylchedd Dysgu Rhithwir (VLE) yn fforwm byw lle gall myfyrwyr a staff ryngweithio, a thrwy hynny mae myfyrwyr yn gallu adolygu ac archwilio pynciau anodd yn well a chael mynediad at yr adnoddau electronig sydd ar gael yn rhithiol. 

Gorfodol 

Dewisol

* Mae’r modiwlau hyn yn newid am yn ail bob blwyddyn. 

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen  

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn. 

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr.  

    Mae’r rhain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon.  

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

    Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais. 

  • Mae ein gradd MA Crefyddau Hynafol yn cynnwys ystod eang o ddulliau asesu. 

    Yn ogystal â thraethodau traddodiadol, cewch eich asesu trwy ymarferion llyfryddol, cyflwyniadau - llafar a PowerPoint - creu crynodebau ac erthyglau ar gyfer gwyddoniadur, papurau cynadleddau mewnol, adolygiadau o erthyglau, creu cynlluniau prosiect ac, wrth gwrs, y traethawd hir terfynol 15,000 o eiriau.

    Mae’r amrywiaeth hwn yn y dulliau asesu yn helpu i ddatblygu sgiliau wrth gyflwyno deunydd mewn modd clir, proffesiynol ac eglur, boed ar lafar neu’n ysgrifenedig.

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.  

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau. 

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.  

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol 

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.  

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg 

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg.  

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Bwrsarïau ac Ysgoloriaethau.

  • Mae’r rhaglen yn rhoi sylfaen eang ar gyfer swyddi ôl-raddedig, trwy osod pwyslais arbennig ar y fethodoleg a’r offer ymchwil sydd eu hangen ar gyfer astudiaeth annibynnol uwch, a thrwy hynny weithredu fel hyfforddiant i fyfyrwyr sy’n bwriadu ymgymryd ag MPhil neu PhD.

    Mae’r cwrs hefyd yn cynnig cymhwyster proffesiynol i athrawon neu eraill sy’n ceisio Datblygiad Proffesiynol Parhaus. Yn ogystal, bydd y rhaglen yn apelio at fyfyrwyr sy’n dymuno astudio oherwydd diddordeb personol.

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Ancient Religions (Part-time) (MA)

Distance Learning
4 Years Part-time
2:2 honours degree

The Ancient Religions (MA) offers students whose interests centre on this field the opportunity to take a specialist higher degree tailored to investigating evidence for religious practices and beliefs in diverse cultural contexts: Neolithic southwest Asia, Bronze Age Mediterranean, Celtic, Egyptian, Jewish, Graeco-Roman, and ancient China.

The part-time structure of the course means you can balance your studies with other commitments, making it an ideal option for those already working or with other responsibilities. Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge of ancient religious traditions or to develop skills in research and critical thinking, this course offers an engaging and comprehensive route into the study of ancient religions. You’ll come away with a clearer insight into how ancient peoples understood their world, and how their religious beliefs continue to resonate in modern thought today.

The programme enables students to gain a clearer understanding of the interrelations of religion and society in a cross-cultural perspective and so better enables them to understand multi-religious worlds. Moreover, students will gain a wider understanding of the cultural economic and social forces underpinning the ancient world and these ancient ideas and practices in particular. It draws upon a variety of methodologies and theoretical perspectives taken from Archaeology and Anthropology as well as from the textual traditions of ancient China, the Classical world and Old Testament studies. 

The scheme allows you to study a wide range of modules covering a wide range of ancient religions, giving you a choice to shape the programme to your interests.

All our modules in the Ancient Religions (MA) are taught by internationally renowned specialists and active researchers from different disciplines, notably notably Archaeology, Classics, Egyptology, Theology, Religious Studies, Cultural Astronomy, Celtic Studies and Chinese Studies. The influence of our research on our teaching offers our students the opportunity to learn from the best in the subject and follow the latest scholarly trends and discoveries.

The MA Ancient Religions is available to both on-campus students and distance learners. Our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is a live forum through which students and staff can interact, through which students are better able to revise and explore difficult topics and access the electronic resources available in the virtual world.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Course length:
4 Years Part-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
A rich and stimulating learning environment fosters academic growth and curiosity among students.
02
Our staff are research-active, ensuring that they stay updated with the latest developments in their respective fields and bring valuable insights.
03
With small class sizes, students benefit from more personalised attention, creating an environment conducive to meaningful interactions and effective learning experiences.

What you will learn

In the MA Ancient Religions (Part-time), you will explore the fascinating beliefs, rituals, and sacred spaces of ancient cultures. The course takes you on a journey through the religious practices of various civilisations, such as Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and China. You will investigate how these societies interacted with their gods, viewed the afterlife, and used magic and divination to make sense of their world.

You’ll encounter modules like Theory and Methodology for the Study of the Ancient World. This core module helps you develop essential research skills and introduces the main theories and methods used to study ancient cultures. You will have the opportunity to dive into specific religious traditions. For example, in Ancient Egyptian Religion, you will learn about the gods, temples, and rituals that shaped Egyptian society, examining how religion influenced both daily life and beliefs about the afterlife.

Another fascinating area you will study is Aspects of Greek and Roman Religion, where you will explore the roles that religion played in Greek and Roman society, including festivals, oracles, and the political significance of religious rituals. You will also engage with topics such as Cosmology, Magic, and Divination, where you will discover how ancient peoples used magic and astrology to understand the cosmos and communicate with the divine.

In addition, you will explore Religions in China, tracing how religious ideas shaped politics and society from the early dynasties to the introduction of Daoism and Buddhism. As you progress, you will examine sacred landscapes in Sacred Geography, where you will learn how natural and man-made spaces were considered holy, and how people interacted with these sacred sites through pilgrimage and religious ceremonies.

As a part-time student, you will typically take 30-60 credits per year, balancing your studies with other commitments. You will work on a dissertation in your final stages, researching a specific topic related to ancient religions that interests you. This will allow you to develop your skills in independent study and critical thinking, preparing you for further research or careers requiring deep analytical abilities.

By the end of this programme, you will have a well-rounded understanding of ancient religious traditions and the ways in which they influenced society, culture, and politics across different civilisations.

Compulsory 

Theory and Methodology for the Study of the Ancient World

(30 credits)

MA Dissertation (Ancient)

(60 credits)

Spaces, Places and Objects in Ancient Mediterranean Religions

(30 credits)

Optional

Ancient Egyptian Religion

(30 credits)

Religions in China, 1500 BCE - 500 CE

(30 credits)

Aspects of Greek and Roman Religion and Cult

(30 credits)

Sacred Geography

(30 credits)

Cosmology, Magic and Divination

(30 credits)

The Gospel of John
The Bible: Text and Transmission
The Bible: Contemporary Approaches
From Patriarchs to Prophets: Reading and Reception
Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality and Hagiography

(30 credits)

* These modules alternate with each other on an annual basis. 

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.

  • An MA degree in Ancient Religions involves a wide range of assessment methods.

    In addition to traditional essays, you will be assessed through bibliographic exercises, presentations – oral and PowerPoint-based, creation of abstracts and encyclopaedia articles, in-house conference papers, article reviews, creation of project plans and, of course, the final 15,000-word dissertation.

    This variety of assessment helps develop skills in presenting material in a clear, professional and a lucid manner, whether orally or in writing.

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • The programme provides a broad foundation for postgraduate work by laying particular emphasis on the methodologies and research tools needed for independent advanced study, thus acting as training for students who intend to undertake an MPhil or PhD.

    The course also provides a professional qualification for teachers or others seeking Continuing Professional Development. In addition, the programme will be attractive to students who wish to study out of personal interest.

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Gwareiddiadau Hynafol (Llawn amser) (MA)

Dysgu o Bell
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae’r MA hwn sy’n Dysgu o Bell i Wareiddiadau Hynafol, MA yn rhoi’r cyfle i chi archwilio hanes, archaeoleg a diwylliant cyfoethog ac amrywiol cymdeithasau hynafol o bob cwr o’r byd.

Byddwch yn archwilio rhyfeddodau Aifft yr Henfyd, gyda’i phyramidiau mawreddog a’i beddrodau dirgel, ac ymerodraethau mawr Mesopotamia, lle adeiladwyd y dinasoedd cynharaf. Mae’r cwrs hefyd yn ymdrin â gwareiddiadau dylanwadol Gwlad Groeg Glasurol a Rhufain, a osododd y sylfeini i lawer o’r gymdeithas fodern, o wleidyddiaeth i athroniaeth. Y tu hwnt i’r cyfarwydd, byddwch hefyd yn archwilio diwylliant a hanes Tsieina’r Henfyd, yr ardal Egeaidd yn yr Oes Efydd, a Cheltiaid gorllewin Ewrop, sydd i gyd wedi llunio’u rhanbarthau mewn ffyrdd unigryw.

Mae’r cwrs wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer unrhyw un sydd â diddordeb brwd yn hanes yr henfyd. Drwy edrych ar weddillion materol y cymdeithasau hyn, fel celf, adeiladau a gwrthrychau bob dydd, byddwch yn cael dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o sut roedd pobl yr henfyd yn byw ac yn meddwl. Trwy astudio archaeoleg, byddwch yn dysgu’r dulliau a’r technegau a ddefnyddir i ddatgelu’r olion hyn, gan eich helpu i ddatblygu sgiliau ymarferol sy’n werthfawr o fewn ymchwil academaidd a thu hwnt.

Yn ogystal ag archwilio diwylliannau’r gorffennol, bydd y rhaglen yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau ymchwil hanfodol. Byddwch yn cael eich cyflwyno i’r offer sydd eu hangen i ddadansoddi testunau ac arteffactau’r henfyd, a fydd yn eich galluogi i ymchwilio i gwestiynau allweddol yn hanes Gwlad Groeg, hanes y Rhufeiniaid, a’r henfyd ehangach. Bydd y sgiliau hyn nid yn unig yn eich paratoi ar gyfer astudiaeth academaidd bellach ond hefyd yn agor drysau i ystod eang o yrfaoedd, o addysg ac amgueddfeydd i dreftadaeth a’r celfyddydau.

Mae’r rhaglen hon yn rhoi golwg fanwl ar yr amrywiol wareiddiadau’r henfyd a luniodd y byd rydym yn byw ynddo heddiw. Mae’n cynnig profiad dysgu eang a hyblyg sy’n annog myfyrwyr i archwilio eu diddordebau, datblygu sgiliau meddwl yn feirniadol, a chael dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o’r gorffennol.

P’un a ydych chi’n angerddol am Wlad Groeg yr Henfyd neu’n chwilfrydig am ddirgelion Aifft yr Henfyd, mae’r cwrs hwn yn cynnig rhywbeth i bawb. Drwy astudio cymdeithasau’r henfyd hyn, byddwch yn cael cipolwg ar gymhlethdodau hanes dynol, a’r ffyrdd y mae’r gorffennol yn parhau i ddylanwadu ar ein presennol a’n dyfodol.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Course length:
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Dysgwch fwy am archeoleg, hanes a chrefydd gwahanol ddiwylliannau. hynafol y tu hwnt i Wlad Groeg a Rhufain.
02
Dewiswch o ystod eang o bynciau.
03
Datblygu sgiliau ymchwil a fydd yn sylfaen gadarn ar gyfer astudiaeth bellach, yn ogystal ag amrywiaeth o sgiliau pwysig y gellir eu trosglwyddo’n hawdd i’r gweithle.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Mae ein MA mewn Gwareiddiadau Hynafol yn cynnig dysgu hyblyg a diddorol. Rydym yn cyfuno astudiaeth academaidd drylwyr ag ymchwil ymarferol, gan ganiatáu i fyfyrwyr archwilio hanes, archaeoleg a diwylliant cymdeithasau’r henfyd trwy ystod o ddulliau addysgu trochol, gan gynnwys darlithoedd, seminarau a gwaith maes.

Yn gyntaf, byddwch yn adeiladu sylfaen gref mewn hanes ac archaeoleg yr henfyd, gan astudio gwareiddiadau allweddol, sy’n cynnwys Aifft yr Henfyd, Gwlad Groeg Glasurol, a Rhufain, tra’n dysgu sgiliau ymchwil hanfodol. 

Byddwch yn dyfnhau eich gwybodaeth am wareiddiadau’r henfyd o bob cwr o’r byd, trwy archwilio ystod eang o fodylau dewisol, gan gynnwys Tsieina’r henfyd a’r ardal Egeaidd yn yr Oes Efydd, tra’n datblygu technegau uwch mewn archaeoleg a dadansoddi hanesyddol. 

Trwy brosiect ymchwil manwl, byddwch wedyn yn cymhwyso’ch dysgu i faes penodol o ddiddordeb. Byddwch yn mireinio eich sgiliau ymchwil ymhellach, gan dynnu ar eich astudiaethau mewn archaeoleg a hanes i lunio traethawd hir. 

Gorfodol

Dewisol

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  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2 

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS.

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen 

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn.

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr. 

    Mae’r rhain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon. 

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn 

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad.

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg 

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill. 

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw.

    Gofynion fisa ac ariannu

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa. 

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi. 

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.  

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.   

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais. 

  • Bydd y modiwlau’n cael eu hasesu gan ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o wahanol fformatau asesu. Nid oes arholiadau, ac mae pob fformat yn canolbwyntio ar elfen ysgrifenedig neu lafar. Bydd pob elfen ysgrifenedig yn arddangos gwahanol arddulliau o ysgrifennu academaidd ac maen nhw wedi’u cynllunio i annog meddwl yn feirniadol a hunan-fyfyrio. Mae’r sgiliau sy’n cael eu harddangos yn y gwahanol fformatau asesu yn uniongyrchol berthnasol i ystod eang o broffesiynau ymchwil cymhwysol a thu hwnt.

    • Adolygiad Systematig
    • Papur Briffio
    • Cyflwyniad Proffesiynol
    • Asesiad Sgiliau Ymarferol
    • Traethawd Myfyriol
    • Portffolio o gymwyseddau
    • Cynnig ymchwil
    • Papurau ymchwil
  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.  

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.  

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol 

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.  

    Darpariaeth Cyfrwng Cymraeg 

    Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.  

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau. 

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.  

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol 

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.  

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg 

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Bwrsarïau ac Ysgoloriaethau.

  • Mae’r rhaglen hon yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer y rhai sydd eisiau dysgu mwy am yr henfyd, ond mae hefyd dewis o fodiwlau mwy ymarferol i helpu myfyrwyr i wella eu rhagolygon gwaith.

    Mae llawer o’r myfyrwyr sy’n dilyn y cwrs yn rhan-amser eisoes mewn gwaith ac yn dymuno ennill cymhwyster ôl-raddedig fel ffordd bosibl o gael dyrchafiad yn eu swydd neu newid rôl eu swydd.

    Mae ein cyn-fyfyrwyr yn cynnwys newyddiadurwyr, awduron, storïwyr, athrawon, darlithwyr, golygyddion a phobl sy’n gweithio yn y diwydiant twristiaeth neu dreftadaeth.

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Ancient Civilisations (Full-time) (MA)

Distance Learning
2 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

This Distance Learning Ancient Civilisations, MA gives you the chance to explore the rich and varied history, archaeology, and culture of ancient societies from across the globe.

You will explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt, with its majestic pyramids and mysterious tombs, and the great empires of Mesopotamia, where the earliest cities were built. The course also covers the influential civilisations of Classical Greece and Rome, which laid the foundations for much of modern society, from politics to philosophy. Beyond the familiar, you will also examine the culture and history of ancient China, the Bronze Age Aegean, and the Celts of western Europe, all of which shaped their regions in unique ways.

The course is designed for anyone with a keen interest in ancient history. By looking at the material remains of these societies, such as art, buildings, and everyday objects, you will gain a deeper understanding of how ancient people lived and thought. Through the study of archaeology, you will learn the methods and techniques used to uncover these remains, helping you to develop practical skills that are valuable both within and beyond academic research.

In addition to the exploration of past cultures, the programme will help you build essential research skills. You will be introduced to the tools needed to analyse ancient texts and artefacts, which will allow you to investigate key questions in Greek history, Roman history, and the wider ancient world. These skills will not only prepare you for further academic study but also open doors to a wide range of careers, from education and museums to heritage and the arts.

This programme provides an in-depth look at the diverse ancient civilizations that shaped the world we live in today. It offers a broad and flexible learning experience that encourages students to explore their interests, develop critical thinking, and gain a deeper understanding of the past.

Whether you are passionate about Ancient Greece or curious about the mysteries of Ancient Egypt, this course offers something for everyone. By studying these ancient societies, you will gain insight into the complexities of human history, and the ways in which the past continues to influence our present and future.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Learn more about the archaeology, history and religion of diverse cultures of the ancient world beyond Greece and Rome.
02
Choose from a wide range of modules.
03
Gain research skills which will be a sound basis for further study, as well as a range of important skills which can be easily transferred to the workplace.

What you will learn

Our Distance Learning MA in Ancient Civilisations offers engaging, flexible learning. We blend rigorous academic study with practical research, allowing students to explore the history, archaeology, and culture of ancient societies through a range of immersive teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, and fieldwork.

You will firstly build a strong foundation in ancient history and archaeology. studying key civilisations, including Ancient Egypt, Classical Greece, and Rome, while learning essential research skills. 

You will further deepen your knowledge of ancient civilizations from around the world, by exploring a wide range of optional modules, including ancient China and the Bronze Age Aegean, while developing advanced techniques in archaeology and historical analysis. 

Through an in-depth research project, you will then apply your learning to a specific area of interest. You’ll further refine your research skills, drawing on your studies in archaeology and history to produce a dissertation. 

Compulsory

Spaces, Places and Objects in Ancient Mediterranean Religions

(30 credits)

MA Dissertation Ancient Civilisations

(60 credits)

Optional

Rome and the Indian Ocean: The Classical World in a Global Context

(30 credits)

The History and Culture of Late Antiquity

(30 credits)

Art and Representation in the Ancient Near East

(30 credits)

Religions in China, 1500 BCE - 500 CE

(30 credits)

Celtic Sanctity, Spirituality and Hagiography

(30 credits)

Unravelling Heritage: History, Theory, Methods

(30 credits)

Introduction to Digital Humanities

(30 credits)

Screening the Past: Film and History - Ancient, Medieval, Modern
From Patriarchs to Prophets: Reading and Reception
Work Placement

(30 credits)

Aspects of Greek and Roman Religion and Cult

(30 credits)

Life in the Eastern Desert of Egypt

(30 credits)

Religious Change and Resilience: The case study of Amarna

(30 credits)

Gender in the Ancient World
Myth in Greek and Roman Epic
Textiles in the Ancient World

Course Page Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Alternative entry routes  

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert). This is the first part of the full Master’s degree. 

    Once you have successfully completed your PGCert studies, you will be eligible to progress for the remainder of the Master’s degree.  

    These are ideal routes if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied this subject, or if you did not achieve the grades you need for a place on this degree.   

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.  

  • The modules will be assessed using a range of assessment formats. There are no exams, instead each format focuses on a written or oral element. Each written element showcases different styles of academic writing and designed to encourage critical thinking and self-reflection. The skills demonstrated in the various assessment formats are directly relevant to a broad range of applied research professions and beyond.

    • Systematic Review
    • Briefing Paper
    • Professional Presentation
    • Practical Skills Assessment
    • Reflective Essay
    • Portfolio of competencies
    • Research proposal
    • Research papers
  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • You may be offered the opportunity to attend a relevant conference or external event and if so you may be expected to contribute to the costs involved.

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • This programme is ideal for those who want to learn more about the ancient world, but there are also some more practical module choices to help students improve their job prospects.

    Many of the students who undertake the course on a part-time basis are already in employment and wish to gain a postgraduate qualification as a possible means to promotion or change of job role.

    Former students include journalists, writers, storytellers, teachers, lecturers, editors and people who work in the tourist or heritage industries.

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Gwareiddiadau Hynafol (Rhan amser) (MA)

Dysgu o Bell
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Archwiliwch hanes, archaeoleg a diwylliant cyfoethog ac amrywiol cymdeithasau hynafol o bob rhan o’r byd.

Byddwch yn ymchwilio i ryfeddodau’r Hen Aifft, gyda’i phyramidau mawreddog a’i beddrodau dirgel, ac ymerodraethau mawr Mesopotamia, lle adeiladwyd y dinasoedd cynharaf. Mae’r cwrs hefyd yn ymdrin â gwareiddiadau dylanwadol Groeg Clasurol a Rhufain, a osododd y sylfeini ar gyfer llawer o’r gymdeithas fodern, o wleidyddiaeth i athroniaeth. Y tu hwnt i’r cyfarwydd, byddwch hefyd yn archwilio diwylliant a hanes Tsieina Hynafol, yr ardal Aegeaidd yn yr Oes Efydd, a Cheltiaid gorllewin Ewrop, sydd i gyd wedi llunio eu rhanbarthau mewn ffyrdd unigryw.

Mae’r cwrs wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer unrhyw un sydd â diddordeb brwd yn hanes yr henfyd. Drwy edrych ar weddillion materol y cymdeithasau hyn, fel celf, adeiladau a gwrthrychau bob dydd, byddwch yn cael dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o sut roedd pobl yr henfyd yn byw ac yn meddwl. Trwy astudio archaeoleg, byddwch yn dysgu’r dulliau a’r technegau a ddefnyddir i ddatgelu’r olion hyn, gan eich helpu i ddatblygu sgiliau ymarferol sy’n werthfawr o fewn ymchwil academaidd a thu hwnt.

Yn ogystal ag archwilio diwylliannau’r gorffennol, bydd y rhaglen yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau ymchwil hanfodol. Byddwch yn cael eich cyflwyno i’r offer sydd eu hangen i ddadansoddi testunau ac arteffactau’r henfyd, a fydd yn eich galluogi i ymchwilio i gwestiynau allweddol yn hanes Gwlad Groeg, hanes y Rhufeiniaid, a’r henfyd ehangach. Bydd y sgiliau hyn nid yn unig yn eich paratoi ar gyfer astudiaeth academaidd bellach ond hefyd yn agor drysau i ystod eang o yrfaoedd, o addysg ac amgueddfeydd i dreftadaeth a’r celfyddydau.

Mae’r rhaglen hon yn rhoi golwg fanwl ar yr amrywiol wareiddiadau’r henfyd a luniodd y byd rydym yn byw ynddo heddiw. Mae’n cynnig profiad dysgu eang a hyblyg sy’n annog myfyrwyr i archwilio eu diddordebau, datblygu sgiliau meddwl yn feirniadol, a chael dealltwriaeth ddyfnach o’r gorffennol.

P’un a ydych chi’n angerddol am Wlad Groeg yr Henfyd neu’n chwilfrydig am ddirgelion Aifft yr Henfyd, mae’r cwrs hwn yn cynnig rhywbeth i bawb. Drwy astudio cymdeithasau’r henfyd hyn, byddwch yn cael cipolwg ar gymhlethdodau hanes dynol, a’r ffyrdd y mae’r gorffennol yn parhau i ddylanwadu ar ein presennol a’n dyfodol.

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Language:
  • Saesneg
Course length:
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Dysgwch fwy am archeoleg, hanes a chrefydd gwahanol ddiwylliannau hynafol y tu hwnt i Wlad Groeg a Rhufain.
02
Dewiswch o ystod eang o bynciau.
03
Datblygu sgiliau ymchwil a fydd yn sylfaen gadarn ar gyfer astudiaeth bellach, yn ogystal ag amrywiaeth o sgiliau pwysig y gellir eu trosglwyddo’n hawdd i’r gweithle.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Wrth galon ein MA mewn Gwareiddiadau Hynafol mae ymrwymiad i ddysgu hyblyg a diddorol ar draws 4 blynedd o astudio.

Rydym yn cyfuno astudiaeth academaidd drylwyr ag ymchwil ymarferol, gan ganiatáu i fyfyrwyr archwilio hanes, archaeoleg a diwylliant cymdeithasau hynafol trwy ystod o ddulliau addysgu trochi, gan gynnwys darlithoedd, seminarau a gwaith maes.

Yn gyntaf, byddwch yn adeiladu sylfaen gref mewn hanes ac archaeoleg yr henfyd, gan astudio gwareiddiadau allweddol, sy’n cynnwys Aifft yr Henfyd, Gwlad Groeg Glasurol, a Rhufain, tra’n dysgu sgiliau ymchwil hanfodol. 

Byddwch yn dyfnhau eich gwybodaeth am wareiddiadau’r henfyd o bob cwr o’r byd, trwy archwilio ystod eang o fodylau dewisol, gan gynnwys Tsieina’r henfyd a’r ardal Egeaidd yn yr Oes Efydd, tra’n datblygu technegau uwch mewn archaeoleg a dadansoddi hanesyddol. 

Trwy brosiect ymchwil manwl, byddwch wedyn yn cymhwyso’ch dysgu i faes penodol o ddiddordeb. Byddwch yn mireinio eich sgiliau ymchwil ymhellach, gan dynnu ar eich astudiaethau mewn archaeoleg a hanes i lunio traethawd hir. 

Gorfodol

Dewisol

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2   

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS.  

    Llwybrau mynediad amgen   

    • Tystysgrif Ôl-raddedig mewn Addysg Uwch (Tyst. Ôl-radd). Dyma ran gyntaf y radd Meistr lawn.  

    Unwaith y byddwch wedi cwblhau eich astudiaethau Tyst. Ôl-radd yn llwyddiannus, byddwch yn gymwys i symud ymlaen i weddill y radd Meistr.   

    Mae’r rhain yn llwybrau delfrydol os ydych yn dychwelyd i astudio ar ôl seibiant, os nad ydych wedi astudio’r pwnc hwn o’r blaen, neu os na wnaethoch gyflawni’n raddau roeddech eu hangen i gael lle ar y radd hon.   

     Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn   
     
    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad.  

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg   

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.   

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw.  
     
    Gofynion fisa ac ariannu  

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.   

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.   

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.    

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.     

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Bydd y modiwlau’n cael eu hasesu gan ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o wahanol fformatau asesu. Nid oes arholiadau, ac mae pob fformat yn canolbwyntio ar elfen ysgrifenedig neu lafar. Bydd pob elfen ysgrifenedig yn arddangos gwahanol arddulliau o ysgrifennu academaidd ac maen nhw wedi’u cynllunio i annog meddwl yn feirniadol a hunan-fyfyrio. Mae’r sgiliau sy’n cael eu harddangos yn y gwahanol fformatau asesu yn uniongyrchol berthnasol i ystod eang o broffesiynau ymchwil cymhwysol a thu hwnt.

    • Adolygiad Systematig
    • Papur Briffio
    • Cyflwyniad Proffesiynol
    • Asesiad Sgiliau Ymarferol
    • Traethawd Myfyriol
    • Portffolio o gymwyseddau
    • Cynnig ymchwil
    • Papurau ymchwil
  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Bwrsarïau ac Ysgoloriaethau.

  • Mae’r rhaglen hon yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer y rhai sydd eisiau dysgu mwy am yr henfyd, ond mae hefyd dewis o fodiwlau mwy ymarferol i helpu myfyrwyr i wella eu rhagolygon gwaith.

    Mae llawer o’r myfyrwyr sy’n dilyn y cwrs yn rhan-amser eisoes mewn gwaith ac yn dymuno ennill cymhwyster ôl-raddedig fel ffordd bosibl o gael dyrchafiad yn eu swydd neu newid rôl eu swydd.

    Mae ein cyn-fyfyrwyr yn cynnwys newyddiadurwyr, awduron, storïwyr, athrawon, darlithwyr, golygyddion a phobl sy’n gweithio yn y diwydiant twristiaeth neu dreftadaeth.

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