Classical Studies with Archaeology (Hons) University of Kent

Overview

What can we learn from the ancient world? And how is it relevant today? At University of Kent, you’ll discover how the ancient world shapes today’s culture, identity and politics – and gain practical experience that prepares you for a wide range of careers.

Students in Classical Studies with Archaeology (Hons) study classical civilisation and archaeology right where Roman Britain began – with hands-on digs, heritage placements, and the chance to design your own creative project.

Through history, literature, art, philosophy and archaeology you’ll learn about the Roman Empire, Greek Civilisation and Ancient Egypt. You’ll also consider how the ancient world is around us today in films, books, TV and video games. Topics such as gender and sexuality, mythology and storytelling, identity, migration and religion will also be discussed in the context of the ancient world, and modern society.

Your future

Career prospects for classics graduates are wide ranging. You can apply your learning in roles such as: 

• Archaeologist
• Archivist
• Museum curation
• Heritage conservation  

Alternatively, you could use your analytical and communication skills in roles such as: 

• Secondary school teacher
• University lecturer
• Games designer
• Publisher
• Librarian
• Management consultant
• Market researcher

Graduate destinations

Graduates have gone on to work in organisations such as: 

• English Heritage
• Department for Environment and Rural Affairs
• Metropolitan Police
• Airbus
• Taylor Francis Group
• Penguin

You might choose to pursue a career in:

• Archaeology
• Heritage and conservation
• Computing and data science
• Politics
• Journalism and publishing
• Law
• Education and teaching