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About this courseStudy Ancient History and History and discover global views on ancient, medieval and modern history. Examine historical empires and cultures and understand their ongoing legacies in the contemporary world. You'll look at the different ways historians have approached the past, covering the development of historical debates, ways of imagining the past, and explore topics ranging from ancient history to the war on terror. This degree will equip you with a range of employability skills. This includes the required skill set for a range of future careers, further study, or starting your own business. Graduates commonly work in a range of organisations or sectors including: banking, journalism, management consultancy, charities and non-governmental organisations, education, museums and the heritage sector, publishing, media groups, local government, national government, the police, law firms, hospitality and tourism.Key features of the course- Join a department ranked 10th for History research quality in the Complete University Guide, 2026.- Receive a strong foundation in both Ancient History and History, and choose from a wide range of topics covering ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome through to the medieval and early modern periods, all the way up to the modern day.- Access to digital humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting-edge technologies including virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre.- Explore the rich document collections housed in the University Special Collections, including the Wellington, Palmerston and Mountbatten papers, and the Parkes archive, one of the largest Jewish documentation centres in Europe.Student SupportYou’ll be taught by supportive experts who know you as an individual. Small-group seminars and personal tutors will help you build confidence. Beyond academics, you’ll have access to wellbeing resources, peer mentoring, and careers advice, all in a friendly, welcoming community.Further informationThe BA Ancient History and History is a three-year, full-time course at our Avenue Campus. You can also apply to add a year abroad or placement year, extending your degree to four years. For details, visit our course page.
