Dr. Akrivi Taousiani

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Akrivi Taousiani is a Senior Lecturer in Classics and the Language Director at King's College London. She studied Classics at the University of Bristol, earning a Bachelor's degree, followed by a Master's degree from University College London. Akrivi completed her PhD on Sophocles' Philoctetes, focusing on the thematic exploration of sophistic deception as a means to redefine truth within rhetorical frameworks and theatrical constructs. Her teaching experience encompasses prestigious institutions including University College London, King's College London, and the Open University in Cyprus. Akrivi's research interests lie in the areas of theatricality in performance, Greek tragedy, persuasion, and the evolution of political thought and morality. She teaches Ancient Greek and Latin across various levels, and has led modules on translation theory and the evolution of teaching ancient texts in Europe. Her selected publications include significant contributions to the understanding of Greek tragedy, particularly regarding themes of persuasion and deception.

Research Interests

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.