History and Ancient History BA (Hons)
Swansea University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of History and Ancient History 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 |
All CAH20 courses of Swansea University
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
Studying Ancient and Medieval History at Swansea University will allow you to explore the history of Europe and the Mediterranean regions from ancient Roman and Persian Empire, to the crusades to the medieval kingdoms of England, Wales and France. On this three-year programme, you will choose interdisciplinary modules across history, culture and literature. You will also have the chance to learn the languages as part of your flexible module choices. Ancient History at Swansea University ranked 2nd in the UK for Course Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2023) and 3rd in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2023). Supported by world-recognised experts in the field, you will also be part of a close-knit student community. You will have the chance to join in with many clubs and societies including The History Society and The Society for Ancient Studies which organise social and cultural events including museum trips. Benefit from outstanding resources including our own on campus museum, The Egypt Centre, where you can get hands-on experience with our unique collection of artefacts. To enhance your employability prospects, we offer placements with Small to Medium enterprises (SMEs) and charities through the Literacy to Latin Project to Universities. Graduates from the course enter a wide range of careers in sectors including heritage and tourism, teaching, media and public relations, business and management and politics and the Civil Service. Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, an area of outstanding natural beauty, by studying in Swansea you will have access to beautiful beaches, parklands, a vibrant city and more. This degree is also available as a four-year course with a Year Abroad or Year in Industry. Please visit our course page for more information:
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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 History and Ancient History BA (Hons) at Swansea University
25% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Secretarial and related occupations |
10% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Caring personal services |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate 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:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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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