Ancient History and Archaeology BA (Hons)
Newcastle University
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Uncover the history, culture and philosophies of ancient Greece and Rome, along with the archaeological theories and techniques used to interpret what remains of these societies, while studying among rich local history on the edge of the Roman Empire.This Ancient History and Archaeology BA course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK).Immerse yourself in ancient history and archaeology on our joint honours degree. Learn Latin and ...Read more

Uncover the history, culture and philosophies of ancient Greece and Rome, along with the archaeological theories and techniques used to interpret what remains of these societies, while studying among rich local history on the edge of the Roman Empire.This Ancient History and Archaeology BA course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK).Immerse yourself in ancient history and archaeology on our joint honours degree. Learn Latin and Ancient Greek from beginners' or advanced level, and gain the skills you need to become a professional archaeologist and researcher. Explore the Greek and Roman worlds and piece together their history using diverse types of evidence. From analysing ancient texts to studying material remains, you’ll explore areas such as architecture, sculpture, pottery and coins ensuring you develop a broad range of knowledge.Our classroom extends beyond the University, to the region's diverse heritage. From Hadrian's Wall to Bamburgh Castle on the Northumbrian coast, there's a rich past to discover on our doorstepOur Ancient History and Archaeology degree will set you up to start a career as a professional archaeologist or to pursue a future in museum and heritage work. As an archaeology student at Newcastle University, you'll develop a wide range of transferable skills, due to the interdisciplinary and investigative nature of the subject, which are highly sought by employers.Some students begin careers as professional archaeologists, while others enter the heritage sector. There are lots of opportunities to engage with employers prior to graduation.Other archaeology graduates use their team-working, project management and analytical skills to work in other fields, for example as company archivists, information technologists, specialist librarians and researchers. These skills are especially valued in industries such as publishing, broadcasting and public relations. Some students become teachers, lawyers, or start their own businesses.

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