Ancient History and History with a Year Abroad BA (Hons)
Swansea University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Ancient History and History with a Year Abroad BA (Hons) and other courses in Classics at Swansea University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Classics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH20
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Classics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £21000 | £24500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £25000 | £16000 - £25000 | £20000 - £30500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH20
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24162 | £24000 | £29000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20622 - £28486 | £18500 - £30500 | £23000 - £40000 |
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Course Description
Studying the Ancient History and History degree enables you to explore distant civilisations which remain influential today, alongside more contemporary historical disciplines addressing subjects such as history and memory of war and conflict, public history and heritage, and modern British social history. This three-year degree helps to provide graduates with a wealth of inspiring career opportunities thanks to numerous transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. Ancient History at Swansea is ranked 2nd in the UK for Course Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2023), and History at Swansea is ranked top 20 for Teaching (NSS 2022). With a wide choice of modules to choose from including; gender and women’s history, Greek and Roman history and society, modern British social history, health and medicine, you will have plenty of scope to learn, discover and refine your interests. You can also learn Greek or Latin. Enhance your practical skills and experiences by taking part in the ‘Literacy through Latin’ work placement project, teaching Latin in local schools. The third year of this degree will provide valuable cultural and academic experiences with a Year Abroad. Teaching on this course is informed by a vibrant and supportive research environment that unites academics, postgraduates and visiting scholars around shared subject matter. Our students can also get actively involved in a wide-range of clubs and societies including the History Society, one of Swansea University’s largest academic societies. Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, you will have beaches, parkland and a vibrant city all close by. Graduates of this degree have progressed to careers in sectors such as education, heritage, business, media, politics and public services.
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Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Ancient History and History with a Year Abroad BA (Hons) at Swansea University
| 25% | Protective service occupations |
| 15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 15% | Therapy professionals |
| 10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 10% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Other Health Professionals |
| 5% | Health associate professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Classics
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
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About Swansea University
Swansea University was established in 1920 and is located in the large city of Swansea, in Wales. There are two campuses, the flagship campus is located between Singleton Park, with its green parkland and botanical gardens, and Swansea Bay beach. The more recent Bay Campus on the other hand is located on an extensive beachfront property on the eastern side of town, past the marina. Apart from a vibrant academic life, students can attend the numerous yearly festivals that take place in Swansea, guaranteeing plenty of opportunities for getting out and about in your free time.
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