Dr. Christopher Kelly

Professor

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Biography

Christopher Kelly is a classicist and historian with extensive interests in the ancient world, particularly focusing on government power, societal structures, religious culture, and the Roman Empire. His research also encompasses significant figures such as Augustus and Justinian, as well as the rise of Christianity. Kelly's work examines historical narratives, notably drawing from Edward Gibbon's reflections on the Grand Tour. He has served as the editor of the Cambridge Classical Journal from 2000 to 2006 and is currently an editor for the Journal of Roman Studies. Additionally, he has held the prestigious position of immediate past president of the Cambridge Philological Society.

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Experience

Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

Corpus Christi College, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, UK

Professor of Classics and Ancient History, focusing on various aspects of ancient civilization.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.