Classical Studies (with Foundation Year) The University of Winchester

Overview

The Classical Studies (with Foundation Year) at The University of Winchester offers a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Mediterranean world and its enduring legacy. This four-year programme is designed to provide a supportive entry point into higher education, blending the study of history, literature, and culture from the Bronze Age to the modern era. Students develop a deep appreciation for the worldviews of antiquity while gaining essential academic skills for degree-level success.

Why Classical Studies (with Foundation Year) at The University of Winchester?

The University of Winchester is recognised for its exceptional student satisfaction, achieving 100% for academic support and teaching quality in the 2024 National Student Survey for this subject area. Students benefit from the expertise of staff specialising in women’s and gender history, the cultural history of death, and classical reception in modern culture. The curriculum is designed to foster intellectual independence and cultural literacy without requiring prior knowledge of classical languages.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16700 per year
• National fee: GBP 5760 per year

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Syllabus

The programme begins with a foundation year focused on vocational sense and academic attributes, followed by a structured progression through ancient history and culture. Modules may include:

• Developing Academic Skills and a Sense of Vocation
• Important Thinkers and the Big Questions
• Exploring the Past: People, Places and Perspectives
• Classical History and Culture
• Classical Myth and Literature
• Classical Studies: Theories, Methods, and Approaches
• The Roman Republic
• Popular Culture in the Classical World
• Dissertation

Careers with Classical Studies (with Foundation Year)

Graduates from The University of Winchester are highly valued by employers for their analytical skills and cultural engagement. The university ranks in the top 10 in the UK for graduates in employment or further study. Alumni often secure roles in education, the civil service, local government, and the heritage sector, including museums. Many students also progress to postgraduate specialisms in classical archaeology, ancient history, or classical reception.