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Ancient History and Archaeology

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2026-2027
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Course summary

Captivated by prehistoric Europe or Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome? Discover both archaeological and historical approaches to uncovering the ancient world.

Through field archaeology, historical interpretation and the study of material cultures, you’ll gain vital analytical, organisational, practical, research and teamworking skills. Prepare for exciting careers in sectors like cultural, heritage and museum organisations, education, media and more.

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?

  • Get stuck in with hands-on modules and gain valuable archaeological fieldwork experience at an active research site.

  • Cultural artefacts at your fingertips - You'll benefit from our excellent collections and library facilities, including environmental and material culture teaching collections. You’ll have access to the Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology Museum and the Danford Collection of African art and artefacts, alongside the Cadbury Research Library.

  • Enhance your professional development with our exciting work placement opportunities with prestigious organisations including Birmingham Museums and the National Trust.

11th for Classics and Ancient History in the The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Top 10 in the UK for Archaeology in the Complete University Guide 2025

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 28/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
VVC4
Institution code:
B32

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Application codes

Course code:
VVC4
Institution code:
B32

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This course and 18 other history and archaeology courses
Date range:
2022-2024

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96% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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50 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

80 Go onto work and study

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