Classical Archaeology and Ancient History
University of OxfordCourse Overview
Offered by University of Oxford, the BA (Hons) Classical Archaeology and Ancient History provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Oxford, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. The course combines study of the history, archaeology and art of the classical world. It looks at the societies and cultures of the ancient Mediterranean, through written texts, visual art and material remains, and has at its centre the two classical cultures of Greece and Rome. It is aimed at anyone interested in investigating ancient civilisations and their remains: from Greek temples and Roman amphitheatres to wall paintings and the poignant residues of everyday life. A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 95% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA Excluding General Studies (if taken) |
| International Baccalaureate | 39 points with 6 6 6 at HL |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£43,600
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 — University of Oxford
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £28,000 | £33,500 |
| 3 years | £26,500 | £33,000 | £46,500 |
| 5 years | £32,000 | £46,000 | £69,000 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £13,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Student Satisfaction
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