Dr. Sean Corner

Professor

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Biography

Sean Corner is a professor in the Department of Classics at McMaster University and currently serves as Associate Dean (Academic) in the Faculty of Humanities. His research focuses on ancient Greek history, particularly the political society and culture of Archaic and Classical Greece, spanning from 750 to 323 BCE. He employs social theory to integrate literary material and various sources to analyze the social structure and political values of that era. His academic journey is marked by a PhD from Princeton University and an Honours BA from the University of Oxford.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Dean

— Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON

Serve as Associate Dean in the Faculty of Humanities, overseeing academic activities and initiatives.

Professor

— Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON

Teach and conduct research in the Department of Classics, specializing in ancient Greek history.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
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