BA Ancient History and Archaeology

The course of Archaeology and Ancient History at the University of Birmingham combines two subjects that naturally complement each other. It brings together our knowledge of past civilizations with an emphasis on the essential practical skills of the modern archaeologist. Course Content: The program enables you to explore the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome, Egypt and the Near East; the history, society, and culture of the Middle Ages; and global prehistory. You will learn about burial archaeology, ancient languages and texts, historical geography, museum studies and the presentation of the past, as well as the history of art and of political and religious institutions.Key Modules: Key modules of this course include 'Discovering Archaeology', 'History in Practice', 'Kingdoms, Empires and States', 'Religion in the Ancient World', 'Gender and Sexuality in Antiquity', 'The Egyptian World', 'Egyptian Language', 'Rome: The Imperial City', and many others. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the University of Birmingham, a Russell Group University.Future Careers: The graduates from the University of Birmingham's department of Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology are highly sought after by employers. They develop a broad range of transferable skills such as: analytical problem-solving ability, independent thinking, teamwork, organization, and communication skills. Our graduates have been successful in securing a broad range of graduate jobs, including: lawyers, library and museum work, national and international civil servants, journalists, publishers, and media professionals.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.