Dr. Calum Maciver

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Calum Maciver is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in Classics, particularly Greek and Roman literature. His academic journey began with undergraduate degrees at the University of Edinburgh, followed by a Leverhulme Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Klassisch-Philologisches Seminar, Universität Zürich. With a teaching history that spans several institutions, including the University of Leeds, he became a Senior Lecturer in 2018. Maciver is particularly focused on Greek epic poetry, with interests in authors such as Quintus Smyrnaeus and Nonnus, as well as Imperial Latin poetry. Additionally, he supervises various PhD students and has engaged in roles including Secretary for the Classical Association Scotland. His current research involves a book project on Nonnus' 'Dionysiaca' and he actively participates in knowledge exchange through outreach initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh, Scotland

Teaching and conducting research in Classics and overseeing quality assurance.

Requirements for University of Edinburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.25
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in business, management, or related subject
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
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Department of Marketing