University of Kent

Ancient History with Archaeology - BA (Hons)

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

Delve into the ancient world and uncover the cultures, myths, histories and legacies of the civilisations that shaped it. At Kent you will develop new skills, and gain valuable experience ready for a wide range of careers, from archaeology to the heritage industry – or further afield - a degree in ancient history from Kent is the first step to wherever you want to go. You’ll study history from the shores of Roman Britain to Byzantium, and from Egyptian temples and Near Eastern empires to the Greek city states.

From day one you will be uncovering new perspectives on topics such as migration, gender, identity, and religion in the ancient world and have the opportunity to explore classical culture, from literature to drama or philosophy. This course offers a pathway in archaeology leading to the degree in Ancient History with Archaeology. It provides an opportunity for you to develop wide and in-depth skills, training and knowledge in archaeology.

You can choose to take a placement term, gaining valuable workplace experience and increasing your professional contacts.

Key highlights

  • History from Roman Britain to Byzantium, Egypt and the Near East
  • Explore migration, gender, identity and religion in the ancient world
  • Option to study classical literature, drama or philosophy
  • Archaeology pathway with in-depth skills, training and knowledge
  • Optional placement term to gain workplace experience and professional contacts

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-128 — Typical offer 104-128 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BBB — Typical offer 104-128 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BCC — contextual offer
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • BTEC: DMM — contextual offer
  • UCAS tariff points: 120 — IB 120 tariff points - typically H5 H6 H6 or equivalent Contextual offer: 104 tariff points - typically H5 H5 H6 or equivalent Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • UCAS tariff points: 104 — IB 120 tariff points - typically H5 H6 H6 or equivalent Contextual offer: 104 tariff points - typically H5 H5 H6 or equivalent Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Careers this course leads to

  • Archaeologist
  • Heritage officer
  • Museum curator
  • Archivist
  • Historic environment officer
  • Secondary school history teacher

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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