Classical Civilisation
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I have phase little language problems only while talking to the local students because of their slang. But the academic staff is nice and very easily understandable.
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I have phase little language problems only while talking to the local students because of their slang. But the academic staff is nice and very easily understandable.
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I met a lot of people and it was good overall, thanks for the same in all.
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Bachelor's degree
In Coventry
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Coventry
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
This course will appeal if you have a broad interest in all aspects of the ancient world, including Greek and Roman culture, history, philosophy and languages. There is flexibility to switch to the Ancient History stream after your first year if you discover that this is where your interests lie.
The course offers many hands-on learning experiences, which will develop your skills in critical, analytical and creative thinking. Recently our students visited historical sites in Rome during the optional City of Rome module, participated in live video conferencing with Monash University (Australia) in our Democracy and Imperialism module, completed a digital storytelling project for the Hellenistic World module and recreated the experience of a Greek symposium using replica vases in Greek Culture and Society. You may also have the opportunity to participate in an archaeological excavation either in the UK or abroad during the summer.
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About this course
Our graduates develop valuable transferable skills in analysis, logic, written and oral communication, and acquire the ability to work independently, to meet deadlines and to pay attention to detail.
In your first year you will take four core modules, which introduce different aspects of the classical world, and are designed to develop your skills in writing, language learning, close analysis and independent research. There is a wide choice of modules available to second and third years – current options include Principles and Methods of Classical Archaeology, Food & Drink in the Ancient Mediterranean, Ancient Greek Theatre, Roman Laughter; Wit & Transgression in Roman Literature and Thought and History of Medicine – plus one core module in each year. In your second year, the core module is The Hellenistic World. In your third year, it is a dissertation on a topic of your choice, allowing you to explore an area of particular interest in greater detail.
Graduates from the department have gone on to successful and distinguished careers in a diverse range of fields. These include: Law, Teaching, Academia, Civil Service, Theatre, Banking, Marketing and Communications.
A level: ABB, to include grade C/grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent).
IB: 34 points, to include grade C/grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent).
Degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Reviews
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I have phase little language problems only while talking to the local students because of their slang. But the academic staff is nice and very easily understandable.
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I have phase little language problems only while talking to the local students because of their slang. But the academic staff is nice and very easily understandable.
← | →
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I met a lot of people and it was good overall, thanks for the same in all.
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Course rating
Recommended
Centre rating
HANNA
HANNA
Bernardo Urquiza
Subjects
- Writing
- Language
- Analysis
- Research
- Archaeology
- Dissertation
- Philosophy
- Latin Literary
- Greek Culture
- Roman culture
Course programme
How will I learn?
You will study in a variety of ways: lectures, seminars (involving student presentations or small-group discussion of a particular topic) and (in your final year) by completing a dissertation on a topic of your choice, with guidance from your departmental supervisor.
You will have 2–3 contact hours per week for each module, and will also prepare work independently outside the classroom. Each of your essays will receive detailed written feedback and will also be discussed with you in a one-to-one feedback session with the marker of the essay.
All our degrees involve core modules in the first year. In subsequent years, you build on what you have learnt through a choice of modules, which allow you to engage in your own way with the civilisation of the Ancient Mediterranean. Regardless of your chosen degree, you are required to complete at least one module in an ancient language in your first year.
How will I be assessed?
You will take four modules each year, the assessment of which is generally equally divided between coursework submitted during the year and exams in the summer (100% exam for language modules). Some modules involve alternative assessment methods including digital storytelling videos, blog posts and presentations. Your second and third years (or second and fourth years for Study in Europe degrees) contribute equally to your final degree classification.
Classical Civilisation