Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year

Egyptology and Ancient History is an exciting course that offers a comprehensive exploration of the rich histories and cultures of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Through this programme, you will gain valuable skills in research, analysis, and critical thinking, while developing a deep understanding of the social, political, and economic structures of these ancient cultures and societies.

With a focus on the art, archaeology, languages, and literature of these societies, this programme is designed to equip you with a strong foundation in the study of the ancient Eastern Mediterranean world, while providing you with a range of transferable skills that are valuable in many industries.

Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career in academia, cultural institutions, publishing, tourism, or other fields that value critical thinking, research, and communication skills, the BA in Egyptology and Ancient History is the perfect choice for you. Join us on this exciting journey to explore the ancient world, its legacy, and its impact on contemporary society.

The additional Foundation Year included in this programme gives you an exciting introduction to Higher Education, setting you up with the skills, confidence, and knowledge that you’ll need to be successful on your undergraduate degree. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after Further Education or are returning to education after a gap. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress onto Year 1 of the BA.

Your first year will be spent on your Foundation, preparing you for Higher Education. Topics on this foundation including skills development and introductions to key themes on your degree, including Academic Writing and Skills Development, Critical Reflection and Problem Solving, and History, Memory and the Creation of Identity.

After successfully completing your Foundation, you’ll move on to your BA degree.

In Year 0, you will typically study areas including: Academic Writing and Skills Development, Introduction to Being Human, History, Memory and the Creation of Identity, Critical Reflection and Problem Solving.

In Year 1, you will typically study areas including: Introduction to Ancient Egyptian History, Society and Culture, Age of Empire: Ancient Egypt and her Neighbours, Greek History and Society, Rome from Village to Empire: An Introduction to Roman History.

In Year 2, you will typically study areas including: Introduction to Egyptian Archaeology, Language of the Pharaohs: An Introduction to Hieroglyphic Literacy, Egyptian Art and Architecture.

In Year 3, you will typically study areas including: Classics, Ancient History and you will also undertake a project: Egyptology Dissertation

Your degree with culminate in year 4, with a wide range of optional modules that can include The Archaeology of Ancient Nubia, advanced levels of Greek or Latin, Pompeii and the Cities of Vesuvius, and a compulsory Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology Dissertation.

We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional examinations and essays, examples of alternative assessment include: Essays; Presentations (individual & group); Source Analysis & Skill based assessment.

Throughout your undergraduate Egyptology and Ancient History degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. For full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course page: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/classics-ancient-history-egyptology/ba-egyptology-ancient-history or get in touch with us at study@swansea.ac.uk