BA (Hons) Ancient History and Archaeology at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Uncover the history, culture and philosophies of the ancient world and engage with the material remains of these societies. Our Ancient History and Archaeology BA (Honours) degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK). Immerse yourself in ancient history and archaeology on our joint honours degree.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of History Classics and Archaeology | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will receive the same introduction to archaeology as our single honours students, but focus on classical art and archaeology. Choose from Ancient History and Classics options, like Greek Literature, Ancient Philosophy or Roman History and Culture. Compulsory modules include: Introduction to Archaeology, The Archaeology of Britain from the Romans to the 20th Century, Greek and Roman Art and Archaeology, Fieldwork and Post-Excavation: Archaeology in the UK, Archaeologies of the Roman Empire: The Roman World from Augustus to Diocletian.

Career pathways

Our Ancient History and Archaeology degree will set you up to start a career as a professional archaeologist or to pursue a future in museum and heritage work, as well as a whole range of other careers. Archaeology and Ancient History at Newcastle University is interdisciplinary and highly investigative. Graduate roles and employers include: company archivists; information technologists; specialist librarians and; researchers; Read more about our graduate paths.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB. General Studies accepted. IB: A minimum of 32 points with three subjects at Grade 5 or above at Higher Level. If not studying a full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. Overall DDM. Scottish Highers: AABBB at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent with no less than 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,850 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/vv14/#how-to-apply

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