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Archaeology and Ancient History with Year Abroad - BA (Hons)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

About this courseLearn about the ancient world and understand the foundations of how the Western world lives today. From Ancient Egypt through the conquests of Alexander the Great and the Roman Empire, to the rise of Islam in the Middle East, Archaeology and Ancient History at Southampton offers you the opportunity to learn in an engaging, supportive and highly successful research environment. Graduates from the Ancient History and Archaeology BA degree have gained employment in heritage management, museums or archaeological research. As an Ancient History and Archaeology graduate, you have the privilege and responsibility of being a custodian of the past. Whether you're excavating ancient cities, preserving historical landmarks, or educating the public, your work contributes to the incredible stories of human history and culture, today and into the future. Your archaeological expertise can be applied in diverse fields, heritage management and conservation, via education, journalism and creative, entrepreneurial and digital careers, to academia and beyond, making a tangible impact on how we understand and engage with our past.Key features of the course- You'll deepen your understanding of archaeology with three weeks of practical experience of field work, including excavating archaeological sites, survey, or post-excavation.- Join a department ranked 7th in the UK for Archaeology in the Complete University Guide, 2026.- Learn in £3m purpose-built archaeology facilities including superb labs for osteoarchaeology, isotope sampling, and ceramic and lithic analysis.- Our Digital Humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting-edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre.- 100Percentage of our Archaeology graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation" Graduate Outcomes 2022/2023, published in 2025.Student supportFrom day one, you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive community of students and academics in Archaeology. Experienced tutors, who are also active researchers, will guide you through practical and academic challenges, while small-group teaching ensures you get personalised support. You’ll develop teamwork and communication skills alongside your peers, and have access to pastoral care, wellbeing services, and a wide range of student-led societies to help you thrive both academically and personally. Further informationCarry out fieldwork, including 3 weeks as part of an active research project at sites in the UK or abroad. As part of the year abroad spend your third year at a partner university in Europe, the United States, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea or Australia.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 25,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 9,000 students from more than 140 countries.
The Career Advantage scheme gives career support to international students, from when you accept your offer to long after graduation.
Prepares international students for their future in the global job market. Get specialist careers support, paid internships and work experience opportunities.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Archaeology

    13th out of 25 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 189
    125 66%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    13th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    5th

    13

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