Program Overview

COURSE OVERVIEW

Classical Civilisation with Foundation Year covers the literature and culture of the Greek and Roman worlds and studying this four-year integrated BA degree opens up a range of exciting career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers.

The foundation year gives you an exciting introduction to higher education, exploring the humanities and social sciences before progressing to the full degree programme. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after further education or if you are returning to education after a gap.

You will have the chance to explore and examine Greek mythology, languages and ancient philosophy alongside Roman love poetry, Greek romance, the armies and enemies of imperial Rome, or gender in the Roman world.

CLASSICAL CIVILISATION WITH A FOUNDATION YEAR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats along with strong research and analytical skills.

Our Classical Civilisation graduates enter careers in a wide variety of sectors including:

• Education
• Archives
• Museum and heritage
• Business
• Media and Public relations
• Marketing

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.