BA Ancient History with Year Abroad at University of Southampton

Follow your interests in ancient history and gain specialist knowledge in your chosen areas of study. We offer you an engaging, supportive and successful research environment to study in. You'll learn about the ancient world and explore the foundations of how we live today.

Faculty: Arts and Humanities  |  Department: History  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (with year abroad)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each year is made up of a combination of compulsory and optional modules. You’ll have the opportunity to study archaeological methods and carry out fieldwork to enhance your understanding of the ancient world. You'll spend your third year abroad.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including local and national government bodies, regional councils, museums and galleries, british library, universities, libraries, archaeological contractors and consultants, archaeological and heritage service providers. Careers directly related to the course include heritage manager, archivist, archaeologist, historic buildings officer, conservation officer, academic researcher, museum curator, gallery exhibitions officer.

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