Undergraduate study
ANCIENT HISTORY/ CLASSICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL STUDIES/CLASSICAL STUDIES Canterbury
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CLASSICS AT KENT
How did the Emperor Augustus use the arts to push propaganda? Why did Athens fall in 404BC? How are Greek myths used today? Study classics at Kent and explore fascinating questions like these as you learn about the ancient world through literature, history and archaeology.
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WHY STUDY CLASSICS AT KENT? Our range of degrees give you the chance to focus on the areas that interest you the most. The subjects we explore range from social, cultural and political history to language, literature, art and archaeology. Ancient History
Joint honours
This degree offers an in-depth study of the ancient civilisations of Egypt, Greece and Rome. This period of history lies at the heart of European culture and other cultures that border the Mediterranean.
You can study Ancient History within the following joint honours degree:
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Classical & Archaeological Studies
This degree is wide-ranging and covers literature, mythology, drama, archaeology, architecture, art, history, heritage studies and philosophy. It’s a fascinating chance to look at the way these areas connect in the study of ancient civilisations.
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Classical Studies
• Ancient, Medieval and Modern History
In a Classical Studies degree, the focus is on the study of language and ancient literature, from the Homeric epics through to Byzantine texts. You also have the option to learn ancient Greek and/or Latin.
You can also combine Classical & Archeological Studies, or Classical Studies, in a joint honours degree with the following subjects: • Art History • Asian Studies • Comparative Literature • Film • Italian • Philosophy.
Your study programme
One of our strengths lies in the wide range of modules we can offer you. You can explore everything from Egyptian hieroglyphs to daily life in the Roman Empire, from Virgil’s Aeneid to the philosophy of Aristotle and Plato. On all of our modules, you attend a weekly seminar; most of our modules also include a weekly lecture. Whether they are lecturing on classical mythology or sparking a discussion on Roman Britain, our academics are highly skilled at bringing the subject to life and drawing you into the conversation. Some modules also include a practical element. For instance in our museum/heritage studies module, you take an internship in a heritage organisation or museum. Other modules provide the chance to take part in archaeology excavations and field surveys. Student bursaries are available to support these opportunities. See our website for more details of module choices on specific degrees: www.kent.ac.uk/ug
Historic location Canterbury is the ideal location if you want to study the ancient world. Canterbury Cathedral forms part of a UNESCO world heritage site, and the area is rich in pre-Roman, Roman, post-Roman and Anglo-Saxon finds.
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Year Abroad or Placement Year For the chance to spend a year studying abroad, we have exchange links with universities in Asia, the USA, Canada and Turkey, as well as many European destinations. For more details, see www.kent.ac.uk/goabroad/opportunities/az.html You also have the opportunity to take a placement year and gain valuable experience in the workplace. This can be either paid work or an internship. See www.kent.ac.uk/humanities/studying/placement for more details.
Our facilities Guided by our technician and working with academic staff, our practical modules can help you to develop the technical expertise to look beneath the surface. To help you to analyse your finds, our Archaeology Laboratory has state-of-the-art equipment in geophysics, laser scanning and dating.
“I love it so much – I especially like getting an insight into the everyday lives of people at the time – even things like their sense of humour.”
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Abigail Spanner Classical & Archaeological Studies and Comparative Literature
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Our professional network Our staff are involved in Minoan, Roman and Early Medieval archaeological projects in England, Belgium and Crete. We also take part in heritage projects, such as policy work for UNESCO. Working in partnership with museums and schools, we produce exhibitions, digital technology, social media and outreach events to promote a wider understanding of antiquity. Our links with museums, include the British Museum; the Museum of London; the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL; Canterbury Museums and Galleries, and Dover Museum.
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CAREERS AND GRADUATE DESTINATIONS
Whether you have a specific career in mind, or haven’t thought much beyond university, we can help you to plan for success. During your degree you can gain key transferable skills that will help you to progress on any chosen career path. These include: thinking critically, expressing yourself clearly, solving problems, working independently and working as a team. As part of your course, you can also take modules that combine your studies with work experience. There are opportunities to work in archaeological excavations, museums or the heritage sector. You also have the chance to take a full placement year as part of your degree.
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Typical graduate destinations Archaeology Civil Service Heritage industry Librarianship Museums Media Teaching
“In the past week, I’ve attended the World Science Forum, done research on churches in Jordan from the Byzantium period and visited Umm El Jimal, a deserted city north of Amman that was inhabited by four different civilizations across 2,500 years.” Yasmeen Soudani Graduated in Classical & Archeological Studies in 2017 and is now a researcher for Jordan Heritage, Amman.
of classics graduates who responded to the most recent national survey of graduate destinations were in work or further study within six months. Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE), 2017.
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Outside your studies, we hold a number of career-related events and can provide guidance on finding volunteer opportunities. The Careers and Employability Service can also give you tailored advice on choosing a career path, producing a CV and how to hone your interview techniques.
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International students
For advice and help with study skills, such as essay writing, time management, note-taking and more, see www.kent.ac.uk/learning
If you’re an international student, we have a specialist team to provide support and advice. See www.kent.ac.uk/courses/international
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Wellbeing and support
For support with a medical condition, specific learning difficulty, mental health condition or disability, see www.kent.ac.uk/studentsupport
Careers and employability We offer a wealth of services designed to help you to decide on a career path and work towards your goals. See www.kent.ac.uk/ces
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