Course summary

This four-year Egyptology and Ancient History degree covers the study of Ancient Egyptian language, literature, history and culture. You will explore Egyptian art, architecture, history and civilisation, archaeology, religion and gender alongside the political, social and cultural history of the Greek and Roman world.Our interdisciplinary approach will give you the freedom to tailor your degree according to your specialist interests as you progress. Your studies will be enriched by practical experience at Swansea’s award-winning Egypt Centre, our on campus museum which contains over 5,000 Egyptian antiquities. You can also gain further teaching experience as part of the South West Wales Reaching Wider Partnerships or by teaching Hieroglyphs or Latin to schools and the local community. During the third year of your course there will also be the opportunity to study abroad, gaining valuable experiences designed to enhance your student experience and career prospects further. Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, teaching is informed by our world-leading research. You will be part of a close-knit student community and can get involved in a wide range of clubs and societies including the Egyptological Society and Ancient World Society which run events and trips throughout the year. Egyptology at Swansea University is ranked 2nd in the UK for course satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2023), and Top 10 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2023). Graduates have progressed to careers in sectors such as education, archives, museums and heritage, business, media and public relations and public services. Please visit our course page for more information: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/classics-ancient-history-egyptology/ba-egyptology-ancient-history/