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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
14-SEP-24
3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Main Site
Full time
14-SEP-24
3 Years
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Inspirational Teaching:95% of final-year Classics students who completed the National Student Survey 2022 were satisfied with the overall quality of their course and Classics at Kent was ranked 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction by The Complete University Guide 2023.•
Work alongside internationally-renowned experts:Our academics are practicing experts in the languages and literature of the ancient world, covering the works of Virgil, Homer, the Greek historians, Cicero, ancient philosophy, and post-classical literature•
Discover historic Canterbury:The Roman town of Durovernum Cantiacorum has many surviving ancient sites. Develop practical skills as an archaeologist on our fieldwork training courses and modules•
Travel back in time with on-site excavations:Enrich your knowledge of the ancient world with regular trips to where it all happened, led by world-leading experts. Immerse yourself in history on a walking tour of Hadrian’s Wall or a long weekend in Rome and Pompeii•
Kickstart your career:As a Kent graduate, you will be ready to construct and lead engaging arguments, be quick to recognise context and skilled to propose alternative solutions. And your wide-ranging work with historical sources will improve your ability to think critically, take part in debate and make informed decisions. This means Kent’s Classics graduates are ready to step into a career of limitless opportunities, so you can effect change in the places you want to see it.•
Develop expert analytical skills:Our Archaeology Laboratory is home to state-of-the-art equipment for geophysics, laser scanning and dating. You'll analyse ancient materials, develop technical expertise and unlock the secrets of the past.•
Expand your Horizons: In a competitive market, having something that differentiates you from the crowd is a real plus. This course provides the option to study abroad or work in industry for a year, demonstrating flexibility in your outlook and displaying enthusiasm and a drive to succeed in new environments.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC - BBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
104 - 128 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:24,M:21 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM - DMM Grades / Points required
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Scottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
If we make you an offer, you will need to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.
120 tariff points or equivalent in the IB Diploma.
The University will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and National Extended Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF; OCR) on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice on your individual circumstances.A typical offer would be to achieve Distinction, Distinction, Merit.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
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England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£13,500 per year
Students from EU
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£18,000 per year
Students from International
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