Anthropology and Classical Literature and Civilisation (Hons)

Overview

As an anthropologist however, you will also become sensitive to the assumptions and beliefs that underlie behaviour in a range of social and cultural contexts, and this will give you a critical edge.

In your Anthropology and Classical Literature and Civilisation (Hons) degree course at University of Birmingham, you will have the opportunity to study the classical civilisations of Greece and Rome, and also the cultures of Egypt, Ancient Western Asia and the Byzantine Empire.  You will work with the plays, poems and speeches that have come down to us from antiquity, and study the monument, religion and mythology that make up classical civilisation. 

Career

As a Social Anthropology and Classical Literature and Civilisation student you will have an excellent opportunity to develop skills that are highly prized by employers.

It has the advantage of being a distinctive degree that really helps you to stand out from the crowd.  You will have an excellent opportunity to develop skills that are attractive to employers, including:

• Strong communication skills;
• The ability to research, analyse and interpret complex information;
• Leadership and teamwork;
• Handling complex information;
• The ability to form concise and articulate arguments;
• Managing your time and prioritising your workload