Classical and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons)
University of Kent
Classical and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons)
University of Kent
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Classical and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons) and other courses in Archaeology at University of Kent for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Archaeology.
Overall student satisfaction
54
/100
25 total respondents
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
Source: National Student Survey NSS 2024. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
All Archaeology courses of University of Kent
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Archaeology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Archaeology 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 | £21000 | £20000 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17500 - £24000 | £12500 - £23500 | £18500 - £29500 |
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
All Archaeology courses of University of Kent
All Archaeology courses of University of Kent
Salary of all UK Graduates of Archaeology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23163 | £23037 | £26976 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20430 - £27525 | £18061 - £29372 | £21064 - £36605 |
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Aug 27, 2024
All Archaeology Courses in the UK
All Archaeology Courses in the UK
Course Description
Why study Classical and Archaeological Studies at Kent?
- Inspirational Teaching: 95% of final-year Classics students who completed the National Student Survey 2022 were satisfied with the overall quality of their course and Classics at Kent was ranked 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction by The Complete University Guide 2023.
- Work alongside internationally-renowned experts: Our academics are practicing experts in the languages and literature of the ancient world, covering the works of Virgil, Homer, the Greek historians, Cicero, ancient philosophy, and post-classical literature
- Discover historic Canterbury: The Roman town of Durovernum Cantiacorum has many surviving ancient sites. Develop practical skills as an archaeologist on our fieldwork training courses and modules
- Travel back in time with on-site excavations: Enrich your knowledge of the ancient world with regular trips to where it all happened, led by world-leading experts. Immerse yourself in history on a walking tour of Hadrian’s Wall or a long weekend in Rome and Pompeii
- Kickstart your career: As a Kent graduate, you will be ready to construct and lead engaging arguments, be quick to recognise context and skilled to propose alternative solutions. And your wide-ranging work with historical sources will improve your ability to think critically, take part in debate and make informed decisions. This means Kent’s Classics graduates are ready to step into a career of limitless opportunities, so you can effect change in the places you want to see it.
- Develop expert analytical skills: Our Archaeology Laboratory is home to state-of-the-art equipment for geophysics, laser scanning and dating. You'll analyse ancient materials, develop technical expertise and unlock the secrets of the past.
- Expand your Horizons: In a competitive market, having something that differentiates you from the crowd is a real plus. This course provides the option to study abroad or work in industry for a year, demonstrating flexibility in your outlook and displaying enthusiasm and a drive to succeed in new environments.
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.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
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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 and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons) at University of Kent
| 15% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Caring personal services |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Therapy professionals |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Archaeology
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024
All Archaeology courses of University of Kent
All Archaeology courses of University of Kent
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
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Classical and Archaeological Studies, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Tuition Fees Classical and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £13500 | year 1 |
| International | £18000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £18600 | year 1 |
| International | £18600 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please be aware that if the Government permits, the UK fee quoted may increase in line with inflation.
Full-time fees for 2023/24 for international students are £21,900 for laboratory programmes and £18,000 for non-laboratory programmes
Source: UCAS Aug 22, 2024
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.
Source: Own research based on surveys and university data
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 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)
- year 2
UCAS application code:
QV84
University Rankings
#33
University Guru Meta Ranking
of University of Kent
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 29 different rankings
of University of Kent
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 29 different rankings
Positions of University of Kent in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Kent in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #13
- #17
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- Archaeology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
See all 29 university rankings of University of Kent
About University of Kent
List of 390 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Kent - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Kent
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Kent by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13390
- postgraduates:
- 2820
- Total:
- 16210
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FAQ about Classical and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons) University of Kent
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £21000 15 months after graduation, £20000 3 years after graduation and £23500 after graduation.
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals (15%), Elementary occupations (15%), Process, plant and machine operatives (10%), Welfare and housing associate professionals (10%)
- 25 graduates rated the course 54. This means that 54% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- University of Kent achieved the highest ranking for Archaeology. It is ranked #17 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Archaeology). See all subject rankings for University of Kent.
- Classical and Archaeological Studies BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University of Kent.
- It is comparably easy to get accepted to this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024