This research stream draws you into the exciting (and sometimes subversive) world of ancient politics in its social and cultural setting. Questions you might be expected to think about are why (paradoxically) tyranny is central to democracy, how leaders are heroic, and what is the political and cultural significance for identity of memories about the homeland and ideas about leaving, and returning, home.<br><br>Many of our students decide to take their studies on to doctoral level and we are very happy to provide mentoring and support if you decide to take this path. Of course a PhD isn't the only option available to you on completing our MA.During your time with us you will have a developed an excellent range of skills in logical thinking, interpreting, analysing and evaluating information, and communication. A range of options will be open to you, you might take a career path in a related area such as museum and cultural heritage work or teaching. Alternatively you might choose to pursue a different profession using your relevant skills, perhaps joining the Civil Service or working in business, law or management.<br><br>Some destinations of graduates from Classics and Ancient History programmes are:<br>Actor<br>Classics Teacher<br>Client Executive<br>Executive Search Researcher<br>Human Resources Adviser<br>Lecturer<br>Legal Assistant