Course summary
Our BA Classics immerses you in the cultures and languages of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. The deep knowledge you will gain of ancient Greek and/or the Latin language will enrich your study of a wealth of options in ancient history, literature, archaeology and philosophy. Why choose this course?
- This course enables you to combine advanced study of ancient Greek and/or Latin with wide-ranging study of Greek and Roman culture and society.
- You will develop specialist knowledge as well as transferable skills in analysing a wide range of complex and ambiguous evidence to develop nuanced and persuasive arguments. These are attractive to employers seeking graduates who can build, defend and adapt complex arguments, for example, in law, business or the civil service.
- You will learn from dedicated and experienced lecturers pursuing their own original research into the ancient world and its impact.
- Birkbeck was ranked in the top eight universities in the UK for its History research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
- Situated in historic Bloomsbury, we are at the heart of academic London with access to unparalleled research resources. Situated very close by are: the Institute of Historical Research and the Institute of Classical Studies, with their specialist libraries, training facilities and seminars; the British Museum and other world-class galleries and museums; and the British Library, the largest national library in the world.
- The School of Historical Studies at Birkbeck is home to thriving student societies and a number of affiliated research centres that actively run seminars, conferences and other events where some of the world's best scholars present their latest research.
- a sophisticated use of written and spoken English
- an advanced critical ability in understanding and applying complex theories, both ancient and modern
- facility and precision in the use of analytical tools
- strong skills and initiative in collecting and organising complex materials and writing up clear, well-presented reports or fluent critical arguments.
- archivist
- editorial assistant
- higher education lecturer
- museum or gallery curator.
- the civil service
- arts, heritage and museums
- teaching in primary or secondary schools
- libraries
- city firms
- recruitment firms
- self-employed entrepreneurship.
Modules
For information about course structure and the modules you will be studying, please visit Birkbeck’s online prospectus.
Assessment method
Each module is examined at the end of the academic year in which it is taken (usually by three-hour papers) and you must write a dissertation of 10,000 words on a subject of your choice.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 15 credits
We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications as we base decisions on our own assessment of qualifications, knowledge and previous work experience. We assess each individual application for potential and talent and admission is by a combination of application and interview.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7145 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7145 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7145 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7145 | Year 1 |
International | £13545 | Year 1 |
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
Provider information
Birkbeck, University of London
Malet Street
Bloomsbury
London
WC1E 7HX
Course contact details
Visit our course pageBirkbeck Student Advice Service
0203 907 0700