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Social Anthropology and Classical Literature and Civilisation - BA (Hons)

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Explore the rich intersections of culture and society throughout human history. Learn about the diverse cultures of contemporary around the world, and delve into the ancient worlds of Greece, Egypt, and Rome by studying literature, drama, myth, religion, history, philosophy and art.


Why study this course?

- Immerse yourself in ancient worlds by learning another language and dive deep into the plays, poems and speeches of antiquity.- Learn about cultural diversity and challenge assumptions about societies past and present.- Gain critical and transferable skills that open up a broad range of career opportunities through our work-based placements and employability-focused modules.- Get hands on experience with your own research projects and put your knowledge of ancient and contemporary societies into practice.- Learn from the very best and study alongside some of the finest minds at university. Times Higher Education ranked the Department of African Studies and Anthropology 2nd in the country in the latest Research Excellence Framework exercise (based on Grade Point Average).


Top 10 in the UK for Anthropology in the Complete University Guide 2025


Top 10 in the UK for Classics in the Complete University Guide 2025

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 22,860per year

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

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Anthropology

    10th out of 23 4

    12th out of 89 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    128 63%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    58.0 58%

    18th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.31 83%

    4th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    141 68%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    25th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    42nd

    21

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