Classical Archaeology
The Department of Classical Archaeology was established in 1997 as the only workplace in Slovakia providing education in this field of study. Teaching focuses on the art, history, culture and archaeology of ancient Greece, Rome and the Roman provinces. It also covers the Aegean Bronze Age (Minoan and Mycenaean civilisations), the history of antiquity (Egypt and the Near East) and the archaeology of the peripheral regions of the ancient world (Scythians, Celts, Thracians, Cimmerians). Courses in classical Greek and Latin, as well as contemporary world languages, are part of the curriculum. A specific feature of the study is the comparison of the development of prehistoric Europe with the advanced civilizations of the Aegean region. Its aim is to show the interrelationships and influence of ancient Greece and Rome on historical developments in barbarism. Special emphasis is also placed on the Danubian provinces. The programme of study includes fieldwork in archaeological research and a professional excursion.
Graduates of classical archaeology are prepared to handle tasks of a theoretical and practical nature. He/she is capable of independent scientific work and solving theoretical problems. He/she is able to provide field archaeological research on a professional level and to use modern methods and techniques. The graduate is expected to have a good knowledge of archaeological material. The student is able to interpret the archaeological material and the uncovered objects, to place them in a broader context and to use them for synthesis. Knowledge of at least two world languages is essential for wider international cooperation and the acquisition of the latest scientific knowledge and information.
Prospects of graduates
Graduates can find employment in scientific, cultural, educational and outreach institutions. They can work in university departments and in theoretical institutes of the Academy of Sciences with a focus on classical and general archaeology and on the history of art of ancient civilizations. Other possibilities of employment are in museums, galleries, monuments offices and in editors of specialist literature. The focus of the study programme also allows full employment in the field of archaeology of prehistoric and early historic times, especially in the peripheral areas of the ancient world and the Roman provinces. The orientation of the field is also a good prerequisite for work in the broader sphere of institutions whose job requires a humanities education (newspaper, magazine, television, radio). Employment is also possible in the commercial sphere (travel agencies, etc.).
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Selection procedure based on the results of undergraduate studies. Applications of graduates of the study field Classical Archaeology are accepted with consideration (bonus) for the profile subjects Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome and Roman provinces.
Additional information
The Faculty of Arts of the University of Trnava in Trnava (hereinafter referred to as TU) plans to admit approximately 280 students to the Master's programme in the academic year 2026/2027, depending on the amount of the allocated budget and the fulfilment of the basic and other admission requirements.
The appropriate type of application form must be used for admission.
The basic condition for admission to the Master's degree (Mgr. degree) is the completion of the Bachelor's degree.
The Faculty of Philosophy of the TU reserves the right to make any changes and updates in order to improve the quality of the admission procedure, in accordance with Section 57 (5) of Act No. 131/2002 Coll. on higher education as amended by later regulations.
Applicants should submit a completed application form to the address of the Faculty's seat: Faculty of Arts, University of Trnava, Hornopotočná 23, 918 43 Trnava. Candidates who have completed lower degree studies before the school. 2025/2026, they must send an application form, a confirmation of payment of the admission fee, a notarized/matriculated copy of the university diploma, a certificate of state examination and a diploma supplement. Applicants who are completing their lower secondary studies in 2026 will send their application form together with a current certificate of attendance.
The admission procedure for a prospective student begins on the date of receipt of his/her written application. For this reason, an applicant who submits his/her application electronically is also obliged to submit it in written form, duly documented (proof of payment of the admission fee, certified Bachelor's degree,...).
Applicants who will be admitted on the basis of the selection procedure will send officially certified copies of their certificates (for M.Sc. studies of the state bachelor's exams) within two days after successful completion of the state exam.
The faculty does not require confirmation of the applicant's health status. If it is necessary to take a disability into account in the admission examination process, the applicant must attach a certificate of disability and the recommended form of examination to the application form.
Applicants may also submit multiple applications to the College. For each study programme it is necessary to submit a new application and pay the fee of 40,- € again.
Applicants who have completed a lower degree abroad shall submit nostrified documents of education in accordance with the provisions of Decree No. 422/2015 Coll. A receipt for the payment of the admission fee (in the amount of 40.- €,) must be pasted on the 3rd page of the application form. In case of non-attendance at the entrance examination, the fee will not be refunded. The Admissions Committee decides on the points required for admission.
The application form includes:
- confirmation of payment of the admission fee
- a certified copy of the university diploma, state examination certificate and transcript of examinations taken at the university (applicants completing their university education in the academic year 2025/2026 should send these documents by 19 June 2026).
The College does not require a statement of the applicant's health status.
Conditions for international students
Applicants who have completed a lower level of studies abroad shall submit proof of equivalence of studies at secondary schools abroad pursuant to Act No.422/2015 Coll. on the recognition of documents on education and on the recognition of professional qualifications and on the amendment and supplementation of certain acts.
Without entrance examinations
yes
Conditions of admission without the entrance exam
Selection procedure based on the results of undergraduate studies. Applications of graduates of the study field Classical Archaeology are accepted with consideration (bonus) for the profile subjects Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome and Roman provinces.
Coordinator for students with specific needs
Mgr. Iveta Schusterová, PhD.
Department of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, TU
iveta.schusterova@truni.sk
Applicants will be admitted on the basis of their undergraduate results and weighted grade point average.
Form of entrance exam
Selection procedure
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Apply the application for study
01.12.2025 - 30.04.2026
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- A copy of the proof of payment of the admission fee. (electronic form)
- A certified copy of the bachelor’s degree diploma (applicants completing their university studies in the academic year 2025/2026 shall submit these documents additionally/provisionally by 19 June 2026 (electronic form)
- A certified copy of the State Examination Certificate (applicants completing their university studies in the academic year 2025/2026 shall submit these documents additionally/provisionally by 19 June 2026). (electronic form)
- A transcript of examinations completed at the university (applicants completing their university studies in the academic year 2025/2026 shall submit these documents additionally/provisionally by 19 June 2026).” (electronic form)
Standard length of study: cost free
Study longer than the standard length of study program, parallel studies: 950 €
application form: 40 €
E-application form: 40 €
Bank: Treasury
Name of the beneficiary: University of Trnava in Trnava
IBAN: SK35 8180 0000 0070 0024 1228
Variable symbol: generated by VS for payment to the applicant = applicant's personal number without the letter R generated via the electronic application form, or without the symbol if the applicant sends the application form only by post
Specific symbol: 10002
Additional information: Surname and forename
Details for payment from abroad:IBAN SK35 8180 0000 0070 0024 1228 - SWIFT SPSRSKBA
Address:
University of Trnava
Faculty of Philosophy
Hornopotočná 23, 918 43 Trnava
ID 31825249
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Last update: 08.04.2026 11:38
