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- Ancient History with a Year Abroad BA (Hons)
Course options
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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Singleton Park Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
29-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Studying an Ancient History degree with a Year Abroad allows you to explore the cultures of ancient Greece and Rome – their interactions with the world and beyond.In this four-year degree programme, you will explore Greek and Roman society, archaeology, warfare, religion, gender and more. You will also have the chance to learn the language of Greek or Latin. Supported by world-recognised experts in the field, you will have a wide variety of modules to choose from, including an overseas study trip or local school placement module. You will also be part of a close-knit student community and have the chance to join in with many clubs and societies including The Society for Ancient Studies, which organises social and cultural events including museum trips.Benefit from outstanding resources including our own on campus museum, The Egypt Centre, where you can get hands-on experience with our unique collection of artefacts.You will have the opportunity to spend a year studying abroad, gaining invaluable experience while immersing yourself in a different culture.Graduates from the course enter a wide range of careers in sectors including: heritage and tourism, teaching, media and public relations, business and management and politics and the Civil Service.Based on our stunning Singleton Park Campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, an area of outstanding natural beauty, by studying in Swansea you will have access to beautiful beaches, parklands, a vibrant city and more.Ancient History at Swansea is ranked:• 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University ´óÏó´«Ã½ 2024)• 3rd in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University ´óÏó´«Ã½ 2024)• 3rd in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University ´óÏó´«Ã½ 2024)• Top 10 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University ´óÏó´«Ã½ 2024)• Top 51-90 in the World (QS World University rankings 2023)
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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£ 17,500per year
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University information

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University League Table
37th
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Campus address
Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, Wales
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Subject ranking
19th out of 24 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 200122 61%21st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10066.0 66%17th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.32 83%7th
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