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BA Ancient History at University of Exeter

University of Exeter, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop in-depth, wide-ranging understanding of the history, societies and political ideas of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Learn a classical language in your first year, which you can choose to continue in your second or third years. Final year specialist subjects are taught in small-group seminars and relate to the research interests of staff.

Duration: 3 years; 4 years With Study Abroad; 4 years With Employment Experience  |  Study mode: full-time (variants: With Study Abroad; With Employment Experience)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

- Alongside your main degree you may be eligible (depending on your course) to choose modules from another subject to broaden your skills and interests. - Essential skills for your future, including communication, problem-solving, teamwork and digital confidence.

Career pathways

As a Classics and Ancient History graduate, you will have an array of different industries open to you, such as museum and heritage work, education, journalism, business, and law. Our recent graduates have since secured a variety of positions, such as: A degree in Ancient History will put you in an excellent position to pursue postgraduate study after you have graduated.

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Entry requirements

UCAS code V110, V112, V113. Typical offer: A-Level: ABB; IB: 32/655; BTEC: DDM A-Level: ABB (n/a). IB: 32/655 (n/a). BTEC: DDM (n/a). GCSE: C or 4 (English Language). Access to HE: 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade. T-Level: Distinction. English language: Profile B1 (international applicants)

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,700 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years; 4 years With Study Abroad; 4 years With Employment Experience

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