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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: Q820

Classical Literature and Civilisation

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
94%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by University of Birmingham, the BA (Hons) Classical Literature and Civilisation provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Unlock the literature of the ancient world. Study the plays, poems, epics and speeches of antiquity, from Egypt to Greece, Rome, and Byzantium. At Birmingham, you’ll explore archaeological sites, engage with classical texts and prepare yourself for further postgraduate study or a career in the cultural and heritage sectors – think museums, charities and heritage management. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Ancient Greek Literature and Drama
Latin Poetry and Prose
Classical Civilisation and Society
Greek and Roman Religion
Reception of Classical Antiquity
Archaeological Methods and Material Culture
Dissertation in Classical Studies
Greek Tragedy and Comedy
UCAS Code:Q820
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

3 A-levels required. Alternative offers available through EPQ (one grade lower plus A in EPQ) or Core Maths (one grade lower plus A in Core Maths).

International Baccalaureate

32 points

6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic67

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

not all modules will run each year depending on staff availability. not all modules will run each year depending on staff availability: not all modules will run each year depending on staff availability. not all modules will run each year depending on staff availability. English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£27,000£31,000
3 years£20,500£25,000£32,000
5 years£25,500£32,500£41,000

UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 25% above UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£26,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH20-01-05 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
94%
Learning opportunities
93%
Assessment and feedback
96%
Academic support
94%
Organisation and management
83%
Learning resources
87%
Student voice
79%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers Classical Literature and Civilisation as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#11UK Ranking
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