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Researchers in Classical Studies at The Open University have expertise in a wide range of subjects from across the ancient world, including archaeology, art and sculpture; epic, tragedy and comedy; historiography and philosophy; popular culture and social history; reception studies; and digital humanities. Classical Studies is an interdisciplinary subject area, and OU Classical Studies academics have particular expertise in the following areas:
Most of our full-time research students are based at our Milton Keynes campus; for details of residence requirements for different modes of study see Full-time study and Part-time study.
Research students have access to the OU library with its extensive collections of digital journals and books, as well as being able to become members of a research library close to their location through the SCONUL Access scheme. They are also encouraged to join the Hellenic or Roman Societies, where relevant to their research. These societies have a joint library based at the Institute of Classical Studies in London. This is an internationally leading research library. Student membership of either of the societies provides borrowing rights (including postal borrowing).
Explore specific areas of research, current and prospective projects, entry requirements, fees and funding, available supervisors, how to apply and contact details for advice.
Classical reception studies
Digital classics

Greek and Latin texts

Material culture

Material religion
Pedagogy of classical studies
The ancient body and sensory studies
Consider linked topics from other research areas.
Early modern Britain and Europe
Historical musicology
History of books and reading
I chose the Open University for the flexibility afforded by researching part-time and here, at the end of six years of PhD research, I whole-heartedly recommend it. I have been supported and challenged all the way by my excellent supervisors, supplied with the resources for distance learning and found inspiration through the PhD Teaching scheme and in membership of the Baron Thyssen Centre for the Study of Ancient Material Religion.