BA (Hons) Ancient History

Course Overview This Ancient History programme offers an in-depth and wide-ranging exploration of Greek and Roman civilizations, moving beyond dates and events to challenge you to think critically about historical sources and established orthodoxies. You will develop a holistic understanding of ancient societies by studying their politics, religion, and philosophy, supported by the opportunity to learn Latin or Greek. The course culminates in a final year focused on specialized research topics and small seminar groups led by world-class academics. Key Program Highlights Study the politics, society, and ideas of Ancient Greece and Rome with a focus on critical thinking Gain direct access to history by learning Latin or Greek language, with no prior experience required Explore thought-provoking themes including democracy, slavery, gender, and the divine Engage in cutting-edge research through specialized final-year modules and a potential dissertation Learn from internationally recognized experts in a department renowned for its teaching and research