Course summary
Studying Ancient History and History at Swansea University will allow you to explore the history of Europe and the Mediterranean regions from the Ancient Roman and Persian Empires, to the crusades to the medieval kingdoms of England, Wales and France. On this three-year programme, you will choose interdisciplinary modules across history, culture and literature. You will also have the chance to learn the languages as part of your flexible module choices. Supported by world-recognised experts in the field, you will also be part of a close-knit student community. You will have the chance to join in with many clubs and societies including The History Society and The Society for Ancient Studies, which organise social and cultural events including museum trips. You will also benefit from our outstanding resources including our own on campus museum, The Egypt Centre, where you can get hands-on experience with our unique collection of artefacts. Your third year will be spent on a year-long professional placement, giving you invaluable experience in the workplace. To enhance your employability prospects, we offer a range of professional placements. 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 Guide 2024) • 3rd in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2024) • 3rd in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2024) • Top 10 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2024) • Top 51-90 in the World (QS World Rankings 2023) History at Swansea is ranked: • Ranked 11th in UK for Research Impact (REF2021) • 16th in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2023*) *Based on the average positivity score across questions 22 to 25 in the NSS 2023 when ranked against 33 universities featured in the Times Good University Guide.
Modules
Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of modules from recent years including: • Medieval Europe: An Introduction • Making History • Of Gods and Heroes – Greek Mythology In your second year you will again study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • Beginning Greek • Gender in the Roman World • History, Heritage and Classics Study Trip Your third year will be spent on a year-long industrial placement. Your fourth and final year comprises entirely optional modules from a wide range of subject areas, including an optional independent dissertation project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/classics-ancient-history-egyptology/ba-ancient-history-history
How to apply
31Jan
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- V109
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
For the latest fee information, please check the individual course page on our website. Our full range of programmes are listed here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/
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Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP