
Ancient History and Archaeology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Ancient History and Archaeology BA (Hons)
Captivated by prehistoric Europe or 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. Prepare for exciting careers in sectors like cultural, heritage and museum organisations, education, media and more.
Gain analytical, practical and research skills, prepping yourself for an exciting career in sectors like cultural, her...
Captivated by prehistoric Europe or Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome? Discover both archaeological and historical approaches to uncovering the ancient world.<br/><br/>Through field archaeology, historical interpretation and the study of material cultures, you’ll gain vital analytical, organisational, practical, research and teamworking skills. Prepare for exciting careers in sectors like cultural, heritage and museum organisations, education, media and more. <br/><br/>Gain analytical, practical and research skills, prepping yourself for an exciting career in sectors like cultural, heritage and museum organisations, education, media and more. <br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Get stuck in with hands-on modules and gain valuable archaeological fieldwork experience at an active research site.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Cultural artefacts at your fingertips - Youll benefit from our excellent collections and library facilities, including environmental and material culture teaching collections. You’ll have access to the Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology Museum and the Danford Collection of African art and artefacts, alongside the Cadbury Research Library.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Enhance your professional development with our exciting work placement opportunities with prestigious organisations including Birmingham Museums and the National Trust. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>11th for Classics and Ancient History in the The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025</strong><br/><br/><strong>Top 10 in the UK for Archaeology in the Complete University Guide 2025</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
VVC4
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus B at A-level. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A level
A,B,B
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |