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Ancient History at University of Birmingham - UCAS

Course summary

Uncover the ancient world and examine the development of ancient societies over millennia. Explore the diverse histories of Classical Greece, Republican and Imperial Rome, Ancient Egypt, Late Antiquity and the Byzantine Empire. Gain analytical, practical and research skills, prepping yourself for an exciting career in sectors like cultural, heritage and museum organisations, education, media and more. Why study this course?

  • Delve into primary sources that have survived to the modern day – you'll receive teaching and explore collections of artefacts in our on-campus Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology Museum.
  • Diversify your understanding of Ancient History with optional modules in archaeology, ancient literature, heritage and digital humanities.
  • Discover the ancient world on our Study Tour, where you will receive on-site teaching at archaeological locations such as the Athenian Acropolis.
Top 10 in the UK for History in the Complete University Guide 2025 11th in the UK for Classics and Ancient History in the The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Modules

First-year modules cover a broad base of the subject and are designed to introduce you to ways of studying at university. By the final year the modules you take will become more specialised and reflect the research expertise of the academic staff. More detailed module information can be found on the course page.


How to apply

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

Application codes

Course code:
V110
Institution code:
B32
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

The Government has yet to confirm the tuition fees payable by Home students for 2026/27 and subsequent years. The provisional tuition fee shown above relates to the academic year 2025/26. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees without delay. For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above. If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
Ancient History at University of Birmingham - UCAS