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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: VV41
Ancient History and Archaeology
University of ReadingReading, England
3 yearsDuration
£25,850Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
95%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Reading, the BA (Hons) Ancient History and Archaeology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Immerse yourself in the ancient Greco-Roman world, and discover how their cultures continue to influence the world today, with our BA Ancient History and Archaeology degree. You'll immerse yourself in the rich cultures of Greece and Rome from around 2000BC to 600AD, and discover how these ancient civilisations have influenced later periods and the world we know today. Your archaeological studies will take you even further back in time, broadening your geographical focus and enabling you to experience the excitement of genuine discovery. International tuition fees are £25,850 per year, 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 93% student satisfaction rating, a 86% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Ancient Greek History and Society
Roman History and Empire
Archaeological Excavation and Method
Mediterranean Archaeology
Ancient Epigraphy and Sources
Classical Civilisation and Culture
Archaeology of the Aegean World
Dissertation in Ancient History and Archaeology
UCAS Code:VV41
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£25,850
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£77,550
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.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Reading
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,500 | £26,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £21,000 | £25,000 | £29,000 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £29,500 | £36,000 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — 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
£27,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,500
UK average
£27,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH20-01-01 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
80%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
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
95%
Overall
Teaching on my course
95%Learning opportunities
96%Assessment and feedback
87%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
100%Learning resources
98%Student voice
88%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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