Problems in Greek and Roman Religion

About the research project

This project looks at the implicit and explicit ideas which informed the practices of ancient Greek and / or Roman religion. It is particularly interested in the roles and places of ancient religions in their societies, how such ideas were contested and altered over time, and the long-term influence of ancient religious thought in later eras up to the present day. Chronologically we are open to proposals from the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity, but note that the specialities of staff tend largely to focus on the ‘classical’ eras of Greece and Rome, the Hellenistic period, and Late Antiquity.

Theses within this project might examine topics including (but not limited to): the relationships between particular corpora of myths and rituals; philosophical justifications and criticisms of religious practices; polemics between and within religious communities; the political uses of religion; and gender in ancient religions and mythologies.

Primary supervisor

Meet Doctor Graeme Miles

Funding

Applicants will be considered for a Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship or Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship (TGRS) which, if successful, provides:

• a living allowance stipend funded by University of Tasmania of $34,315 per annum for 3.5 years (PhD) or 2 years (Master by Research)
• a relocation allowance of up to $2,000
• a tuition fees offset covering the cost of tuition fees for up to four years (domestic applicants only)

A tuition fee offset may be offered to eligible international applicants following competitive assessment 

As part of the application process you may indicate if you do not wish to be considered for scholarship funding.

Other funding opportunities and fees

For further information regarding other scholarships on offer, and the various fees for undertaking a research degree, please visit our Scholarships and fees on research degrees page.

Eligibility

Applicants should review the Higher Degree by Research minimum entry requirements.

Ensure your eligibility for the scholarship round by referring to our Key Dates.

Additional eligibility criteria specific to this project/scholarship:

Honours or equivalent in classics

Selection criteria

The project is competitively assessed and awarded. Selection is based on academic merit and suitability to the project as determined by the College.

Additional essential selection criteria specific to this project:

High degree of capability in researching topics in ancient Greek and Roman culture and literature

Excellent written expression

Additional desirable selection criteria specific to this project:

Knowledge of relevant languages (ancient and modern)

Application process

1. Select your project, and check that you meet the eligibility and selection criteria, including citizenship;
2. Contact Doctor Graeme Miles to discuss your suitability and the project's requirements; and
3. In your application:
   • Copy and paste the title of the project from this advertisement into your application. If you don’t correctly do this your application may be rejected.
   • Submit a signed supervisory support form, a CV including contact details of 2 referees and your project research proposal.
4. Apply prior to 1 October 2026.

Full details of the application process can be found under the ' How to apply ' section of the Research Degrees website.

Following the closing date applications will be assessed within the College. Applicants should expect to receive notification of the outcome by email by the advertised outcome date.

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