Classical Studies BA
Swansea University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Classical Studies BA 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 | |
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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 | |
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Median salary | £24162 | £24000 | £29000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20622 - £28486 | £18500 - £30500 | £23000 - £40000 |
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Course Description
Classical Studies focuses on the literature of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds, along with the cultures that created it.
Studying this three-year BA degree will allow you to read all kinds of texts in translation from around the ancient Mediterranean and develop an understanding of Greek and Roman culture from the archaic period to the fall of the Roman Empire and beyond.
You will explore the stories and mythology of Greece and Rome and learn how to perform close analysis with an eye for detail. You may investigate familiar texts, such as epics and tragedies, as well as often overlooked genres from the ancient world, including novels and satire.
Through our unique on campus museum, The Egypt Centre, you will be able to access cultural artifacts and gain first-hand practical experience.
You will also be able to input into work undertaken across our established research groups: KYKNOS – the Centre for Research on the Narrative Literatures of the Ancient World and OLCAP (Object-and Landscape-Centred Approaches to the Past), which focuses on material culture in research and teaching.
Classical Studies at Swansea University was ranked 3rd in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2023). Through the course you will be part of a close-knit student community and will have the opportunity to join in with many clubs and societies including The Society for Ancient Studies and our Egyptology Society which organise social and cultural events, including museum trips. We also have an active guest speaker programme.
This three-year BA honours degree aims to equip you with skills that enhance your future employability. The feel for the creativity of ancient authors and flair for in-depth analysis which we hope to inspire in you will set you apart in the eyes of employers. Our graduates have entered a wide range of sectors including education, business, media and public relations and marketing.
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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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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Classical Studies BA at Swansea University
25% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Secretarial and related occupations |
15% | Sales occupations |
10% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Sales 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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