Archaeology and Ancient History BA

Please note: You will take 120 credits of modules in each year of study. The modules listed on the website for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Unless indicated otherwise, the modules listed for this programme are for students starting in 2020. On rare occasions, we may need to make unexpected changes to compulsory modules; in this event we will contact offer holders as soon as possible to inform or consult them as appropriate.

Compulsory modules

• Rethinking the Ancient World A (10 credits)
• Rethinking the Ancient World B (10 credits)
• Project A (10 credits)
• Project B (10 credits)
• Understanding Archaeology (20 credits)
• Practice of Archaeology (20 credits)

Optional modules

40 credits of Optional modules which must include one of The Greek World or The Roman World (20 credits each)

Descriptions of first year modules

Compulsory modules

• CAHA Study Tour (10+10 credits)
• Research Seminar A and B (10+10 credits)

Optional modules

80 credits of optional modules provided by the Department, including 40 credits of options from core subjects for an Archaeology and Ancient History degree. You may also participate in the Year 2 Field School.

Descriptions of second year modules

You can apply to study abroad for a year in an approved university around the world. If you achieve a grade of 2.1 or above in your first year then you will be invited to apply for a Year Abroad in your second year. If your application is successful, you will go abroad in your third year and return to us for your final year. Find out more.

Compulsory modules

• CAHA Dissertation (40 credits)
• Special Subject A and B (20+20 credits)

Optional modules

40 credits of optional modules

Descriptions of final year modules