BA Ancient History and Archaeology at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Want to become an expert in prehistoric Europe, Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome? Discover both archaeological and historical approaches to uncovering the ancient world. Through field archaeology, historical interpretation and the study of material cultures, you’ll gain vital analytical, organisational, practical, research and teamworking skills.

Department: Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Discover The Past, Greek World, Practice of Archaeology, Rethinking the Ancient World A: Mythology and Identity, Rethinking the Ancient World B: Other Voices, The Roman World, Understanding Archaeology.

Career pathways

Studying in the department of Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology involves analysing the ancient world in a political, social, and cultural context. This develops a number of sought-after skills including:.

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Entry requirements

A Level: ABB. IB: 6,5,5 including 32 points overall. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus B at A-level. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level. Number of A levels required: 3. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). per year for domestic (UK) students for 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 26,220 a year (2027/28). per year for international students for 2027/28 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/d82bb02f-d6b7-cba1-d9df-994c4deff051

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