Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year BA (Hons)
Swansea University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year 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 | |
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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
Explore the rich and fascinating worlds of Ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt.
This four-year programme includes a foundation year, which will introduce you to key concepts and knowledge. You will then progress to Year 1 of the BA (Hons) in Egyptology and Ancient History.
This interdisciplinary course allows you to study across language, literature, history and culture. With our wide range of modules, you could cover areas including: Egyptian art and architecture; ancient Egyptian history and civilisation; archaeology; religion, sex and gender; Ancient and Middle Egypt; Greek and Roman history and society; warfare and empire. You will also have the opportunity to learn a Greek, Latin or Egyptian language.
By joining us at Swansea, you will benefit from access unique resources including the Egypt Centre. Our on-campus museum houses over 5,000 archaeological objects from the Welcome Collection of Egyptian antiquities and offers practical learning opportunities to enhance your studies.
As part of this course you will also have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad in countries such as USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore.
This course is based at our stunning Singleton Campus, nestled in parkland and close to the beach. On campus there are plenty of extra-curricular clubs and societies to get involved in including our active Society of Ancient Studies, which runs regular social and cultural events.
Ancient History at Swansea is ranked 3rd in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2023) and is Top 80 in the World (QS World Rankings 2022). We pride ourselves on offering innovative and creative, research-led teaching with employability in mind. Graduates from this course have gone on to successful careers within education, media, business, heritage and public services.
In your foundation year, you will explore what it means to be human – studying a range of humanities and social science topics to prepare you for the degree itself and you will complete a project supervised by an expert in the field of education.
Examples of modules include: Critical reflection and Problem Solving & Introduction to Being Human.
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 Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year BA (Hons) at Swansea University
25% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Administrative occupations |
15% | Design occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Media Professionals |
5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Other Health Professionals |
5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
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:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Swansea University in top UK and global 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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