
Classical Studies with Foundation Year
Birkbeck, University of LondonCourse Overview
The BA (Hons) Classical Studies with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. BA Classical Studies is a particularly diverse and stimulating degree, in which you explore the culture, history, archaeology, philosophy and literature of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. You will gain valuable expertise in developing and communicating arguments based on the diverse, complex remains from the ancient world, understanding the limits of our knowledge but also how to push them further. You also focus on how studying the Classical world, with all its attractive and disturbing features, can radically transform debates about key contemporary issues. International tuition fees are £22,540 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£22,540
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £26,500 | £40,000 |
| 3 years | £14,500 | £23,500 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £27,500 | £34,500 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
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About Birkbeck, University of London
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