Overview

Delve into the ancient world and uncover the cultures, myths, histories and legacies of the civilisations that shaped it. At Kent you will develop new skills, and gain valuable experience ready for a wide range of careers, from archaeology to the heritage industry – or further afield - a degree in ancient history from Kent is the first step to wherever you want to go.

You’ll study history from the shores of Roman Britain to Byzantium, and from Egyptian temples and Near Eastern empires to the Greek city states.

From day one you will be uncovering new perspectives on topics such as migration, gender, identity, and religion in the ancient world and have the opportunity to explore classical culture, from literature to drama or philosophy.

This course offers a pathway in archaeology leading to the degree in Ancient History with Archaeology. It provides an opportunity for you to develop wide and in-depth skills, training and knowledge in archaeology. You can choose to take a placement term, gaining valuable workplace experience and increasing your professional contacts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Power and Persuasion: The Classical World
Classical Archaeology: Great Sites, Key Issues
Tyranny and Transformation: The Roman World
Archaeology: The Essentials
Migration, Slavery and Race in the Ancient World

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Archaeology Ancient History View 164 other Bachelors in Archaeology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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80

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4

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

104–128 UCAS points
A Level: BBB
BTEC Nationals: DDM
International Baccalaureate: 120 UCAS tariff points (typically H5, H6, H6)
University of Kent International Foundation Programme: Pass required
Access to HE Diploma: 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit
English language proficiency: B2 level on the CEFR (or equivalent)
GCSE: English Language at Grade 4/C or above
IB Standard Level: Grade 5 or above in English A: Language and Literature
A Level: Grade C or above in English Language or English Literature

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Fees for 27/28 tbc

Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

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