BSc (Hons) Biology and Marine Biology

The Ancient History and Archaeology with Year Abroad BA at the University of Southampton combines two fascinating fields of study, allowing students to delve into the life and times of ancient civilizations alongside the physical remains they left behind. This course features a broad array of modules encompassing numerous aspects of ancient history and archaeology across different periods and cultures. It also includes a distinctive opportunity to study abroad for a year, providing students with the chance to advance their learning while experiencing a different culture.Course Content: During the three years of this course, and vitally during the year abroad, students will scrutinize the socio-cultural and historical interconnections between civilizations. They will study periods from prehistory to late antiquity, and the archaeology of various geographical regions, including Egypt, the Near East, the Aegean, and western Europe. The course also covers ancient languages like Latin and Greek, equipping students with a holistic understanding of ancient societies.Key Modules: The key modules in this course include ‘Archaeological Methods’, 'Understanding Archaeology', 'Classical World & Its Legacy', 'Cities in Antiquity', 'Roman World', 'Greek World', 'Sea Peoples', 'Imperial Rome', and 'Heritage, Public Engagement, and Global South'. Future Careers: Graduates of this course are well-equipped for careers in a range of sectors. These include roles in museums and the heritage sector, archaeological units, the public sector, teaching, academia, and other sectors which utilize the research, presentation, and problem-solving skills developed during this degree.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.