Ancient History and Archaeology with Professional Placement Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Immerse yourself in the ancient Greco-Roman world, and discover how their cultures continue to influence the world today, with our BA Ancient History and Archaeology with Professional Placement degree.

We are:

* Top 100 in the world for Archaeology (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026, Archaeology. The University of Reading is joint 12th in the UK)

* 1st in the UK for research quality and research outputs in Archaeology (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, based on its analysis of REF 2021)

* 95% of our research in Classics is of international standing (REF 2021, combining 4\*, 3\* and 2\* submissions – Classics)

* 7th for teaching quality in Archaeology and Forensic Science (The Times and The Sunday Times University Guide 2026)

* 100% of students in the Department of Archaeology saying that teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2025, Department of Archaeology)

* 97% of students in the Department of Classics said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2025, 97.4% of responders from the Department of Classics).

As a joint honours student, your programme is shared with the Department of Classics, where instructors are at the forefront of their disciplines. Their research feeds directly into your studies, exposing you to the latest developments in the field.

This course combines the study of ancient history – and its political, military, social and cultural contexts – with invaluable archaeological training.

You'll immerse yourself in the rich cultures of Greece and Rome from around 2000BC to 600AD, and discover how these ancient civilisations have influenced later periods and the world we know today. Your archaeological studies will take you even further back in time, broadening your geographical focus and enabling you to experience the excitement of genuine discovery.

For more information, please visit the course page: [https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/ancient-history-ug/ba-ancient-history-and-archaeology-with-professional-placement](https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/ancient-history-ug/ba-ancient-history-and-archaeology-with-professional-placement)