BA (Hons) Classical Studies at University of Kent

Three-year BA in Canterbury exploring Greek and Roman civilisations through literature, myths, histories and legacies, taught by academics including practising archaeologists and historians. Pathways such as Classical Studies with Archaeology are available, along with a Year Abroad or Year in Industry.

Duration: 3 years full-time (4 with a year abroad or placement year); 6 years part-time (7 with a year abroad or placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time (Canterbury)  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Stage 1 compulsory modules include Power and Persuasion: The Classical World, Classical Archaeology: Great Sites, Key Issues, Tyranny and Transformation: The Roman World and Classical Mythology, with options such as Ancient Egypt, Archaeology: The Essentials, Beginners' Ancient Languages and Classical Literature. Stage 2 includes Remaking the Past: Antiquity in the Present and The Engagement Project, with options such as Egypt and the Classical World and Everyday Life in the Roman Empire.

Career pathways

Graduates enter heritage and cultural organisations such as English Heritage, recruitment and business services, media, writing, research, public engagement and education, in roles including heritage or museum officer, collections assistant, archives assistant, teacher (via further training) and communications officer.

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