What will I learn?

Combine the study of the classical world with modern history and discover how the ancient world has shaped modern society.On our BA Honours in Ancient History and History you’ll develop a diverse set of research, communication, and critical analysis skills that will set you on a path to wide range of careers.Build cultural awareness by making connections with the past and understanding important issues in history.Examine historical issues such as political change, gender and sexuality, conflict, or even historical representation in film.Discover the global ancient world using a variety of evidence. From analysing ancient texts to studying historical artefacts, you'll develop a broad range of skills.Be inspired by our unique location. Your classroom extends beyond the University and into North East England’s diverse heritage. From Hadrian's Wall to Bamburgh Castle on the Northumbrian coast, there's a rich past to discover on our doorstep.Key featuresYou'll explore a range of global histories and develop your skills as a historian through compulsory modules. While optional modules allow you to tailor your degree to your interests. Choose from a range of modules covering the Roman World and Hellenistic Empires, to fictional histories and slavery in the ancient, modern and early modern periods. You’ll also have the opportunity to discover the societies and cultures of the past, explore the culture and literature of the Greek and Roman world, and study an ancient language. On this degree you’ll have the opportunity to: Learn from experts in the ancient world and history, from the culture and literature of Ancient Greece to the history of Medieval JapanAccess world-class facilities, including the University’s Special Collections and Archives department and Great North MuseumEnhance your employability by taking a 12-month year work placement and put your learning into practiceStudy abroad for a year at one of our partner institutions

Which department am I in?

School of History, Classics and Archaeology

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

Information not available

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Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site (Newcastle)

King's Gate,

Newcastle upon Tyne,

Northumberland,

NE1 7RU, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A Level: AAB including History. Applicants offering a Modern Language are welcomed. General Studies accepted

IB: 34 including History at Higher Level Grade 6

Scottish: AAABB at Higher Grade including History. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.

Irish Leaving Certificate: Normally H1H1H2H2H3 at Higher Level, to include Grade H2 History. All applications considered on an individual basis.

Access Qualifications: 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit. 15 Level 3 credits should be history or History-related. If unable to take history at Level 3 a Social Science subject should be taken instead and evidence of reading around the subject will be required.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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