Overview

As well as offering breadth of perspective, this Ancient History and History course offered at The University of Manchester will give you training on a large variety of historiographical techniques, including specialisms which are vital tools of historical research.

You will be equipped to move into a wide range of careers or further study options.

Career opportunities

You'll develop a range of transferable skills, including the ability to think logically and imaginatively, communicate effectively, and interpret, assess and evaluate information and data.

A popular route for our graduates is to pursue postgraduate study. Other recent graduates have gone on to employment within the BBC, Google, UK government departments, museums, law firms and a wide range of educational institutions, working as archivists, curators, teachers, marketers, managers and more.

Our award-winning Careers Service provides a wealth of tools, advice, development opportunities, and industry links specific to your subject. You'll have access to dedicated support throughout your studies and up to two years after graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Constructing Archaic Greek History.

From Republic to Empire: Introduction to Roman History, Society & Culture 218-31 BC

Cities and Citizens

History in Practice

Introduction to Mediterranean & Classical Archaeology

The Story of Britain

Living and Dying in the Ancient World

Advanced Latin

Advanced Greek Language

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

More details

The final deadline is 30 June, however, we recommend you apply until 25 January.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

65

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History Ancient History Modern History View 110 other Bachelors in Modern History in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

65

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-level

AAB including A in either History or Ancient History. General Studies is welcomed but not included as part of the standard offer.
A-level exams should ideally be taken at the same sitting, after no more than two years of study. If you have studied an advanced curriculum, where the examinations are spread over three years, consideration for an offer will be at the discretion of the admissions tutor. We may also require further information, in order to make an informed judgment on your application.

AS-level

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

GCSE

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C or 4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate

35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects (including 6 in History or Ancient History)

Tuition Fee

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International

25500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25500 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Ancient History and History.

Available Scholarships

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