Ancient History and History BA at University of Leicester

Programme overview

Our Ancient History and History BA allows you to combine the study of the classical world with medieval and modern history. This course will provide you with an understanding of societies and cultures from a rich variety of historical periods, and the ways in which the modern and ancient worlds are linked.

Faculty: College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities | Department: Archaeology and Ancient History | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core first-year modules include Approaching Ancient Evidence (Greek), Introduction to Greek History, Making History, Approaching Ancient Evidence (Roman), Introduction to Roman History, Global History: Connections and Cultures in a Changing World, 1750 to the present; Year 2 includes an Ancient History or History dissertation route and there is an optional Year Abroad.

Career pathways

With our flexible Ancient History and History BA, you will gain knowledge and practical skills that employers value across many sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A/AS-levels: ABB. Two AS-levels can be considered in place of one A-level. General Studies or Critical Thinking accepted. EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ at grade B. Access to HE Diploma: Pass Diploma with 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction. International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points. BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with DDM. T Levels: Merit. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. UCAS code(s): V110.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; fees for later years may rise. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,750 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://le.ac.uk/courses/ancient-history-and-history-ba

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