PhD in Greek

Enhance your understanding of the ancient world by reading, translating and interpreting ancient Greek texts at the Victoria University of Wellington with the PhD in Greek degree. You’ll study the language at an advanced level, helping you gain insights you can only get from reading the original.

Develop a deeper understanding of one of the classical cultures that underpin the modern world—our political and legal systems, our philosophical and social thought, and the myths and stories you see on the page, stage and screen.

Key facts

• Studying in the School of Languages and Cultures, you’ll learn from award-winning staff. You’ll join a welcoming PhD in Greek programme from Victoria University of Wellington that encourages many students to continue their postgraduate study.

• Enjoy the benefits of a lively research environment with links to key overseas researchers and institutions in the world of classics.

Courses include

• Joining the Classics programme’s close-knit community will help you build valuable relationships and networks with peers, staff and future colleagues.

• You’ll have opportunities to attend seminars, workshops and social functions and get involved with the Wellington Classical Association.

• If you’re working on a thesis, you’ll be provided with office space, a workstation and your own computer. You’ll also have access to the staff kitchen.