BA (Hons) Archaeology and Ancient Civilisations at Durham University

Explore the archaeology, art and culture of ancient civilisations from the ancient Mediterranean to Asia, how the archaeological record was formed and can be interpreted today. Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in an ancient civilisation? Are you fascinated by what the civilisations of the past can teach us about the present?

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Archaeology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course offers you the opportunity to study the ancient world with a focus on the benefits of material culture evidence from artefacts and monuments, through landscapes, to faunal and floral remains. You will develop an interest in the Mediterranean cultures of ancient Greece and Rome, and expand your knowledge of ancient Asia and North Africa, including Egypt, transcending traditional disciplinary boundaries. It offers an exciting mix of scholarship and practical skills that will prepare you for employment or for further study. Compulsory modules include Archaeology Practicals, Cities in Antiquity, Introduction to Archaeological Methods, Ancient Civilisations of the East.

Career pathways

Archaeology involves an array of transferable skills valued by employers in numerous sectors. Our graduates can progress into a diverse range of careers and sectors, including working as archaeologists, surveyors and teachers, or going on to postgraduate research positions or academia.

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