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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: Q810
Classical Studies
University of BristolBristol, England
3 yearsDuration
£28,200Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Bristol, the BA (Hons) Classical Studies provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Bristol, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Classical Studies at Bristol allows you to explore real-world issues like gender, race, and our relationship with the environment, by studying the dynamic cultures of the Ancient Mediterranean. As Bristol is close to ancient sites like Bath and Caerleon, you will enhance your studies with field trips and we run trips to cities rich in ancient heritage, like Rome or Pompeii. Studying Classical Studies involves developing knowledge about all aspects of a culture, learning to analyse a range of types of evidence, and making effective arguments. International tuition fees are £28,200 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a 100% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Ancient Greek Civilisation and Culture
Roman Society and Empire
Classical Literature and Texts
Archaeology of the Mediterranean
Gender and Power in Antiquity
Religion and Mythology in the Classical World
Ancient History Research Methods
Material Culture and Daily Life in Antiquity
UCAS Code:Q810
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB - BBC Standard offer: ABB. Contextual offer: BBC. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. |
| International Baccalaureate | 29 - 32 points Standard offer: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level. Contextual offer: 29 points overall with 14 at Higher Level. Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£28,200
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£84,600
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bristol
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £23,500 | £28,000 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £26,500 | £35,000 | £48,000 |
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
£28,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 35% above UK average salary
This course
£35,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 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
65%Working
10%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
84%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
78%Assessment and feedback
79%Academic support
97%Organisation and management
83%Learning resources
84%Student voice
80%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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