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Course Summary: December 8, 2020
Ancient History and Archaeology
BA Honours
UCAS code: VV14
Full time
3 years
Next start date: September 2021
Uncover the history, culture and philosophies of ancient Greece and Rome,
along with the archaeological theories and techniques used to interpret what
remains of these societies, while studying among rich local history on the edge
of the Roman Empire.
Fees (per year)
Home: £9250
International: £19800
Entry requirements
A Level: ABB
IB: 32 points
Page 1 of 12UCAS Institution name and code:
NEWC / N21
Course overview
Immerse yourself in ancient history and archaeology on our joint honours
degree. Learn Latin and Ancient Greek from beginners' or advanced level, and
gain the skills you need to become a professional archaeologist and researcher.
Explore the Greek and Roman worlds and piece together their history using
diverse types of evidence. From analysing ancient texts to studying material
remains, you’ll explore areas such as architecture, sculpture, pottery and coins
ensuring you develop a broad range of knowledge.
Our classroom extends beyond the University, to the region's diverse heritage:
from Hadrian's Wall to Bamburgh Castle on the Northumbrian coast, there's a
rich past to discover on our doorstep.
COVID-19
Please rest assured we make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the
courses, services and facilities described. However, it may be necessary to make
changes due to significant disruption, for example in response to COVID-19.
See our terms and conditions for more information
View our Frequently Asked Questions
Page 2 of 12Quality and ranking
top 100 – Archaeology category – QS World University Rankings by
Subject 2020
top 150 – Arts and Humanities category – Times Higher Education World
University Rankings by Subject 2021
Modules and learning
Modules
The information below is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Most degrees are divided into stages. Each stage lasts for one academic year,
and you'll complete modules totalling 120 credits by the end of each stage.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content may change periodically
to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies
and partners, and student feedback.
Optional module availability
Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the
Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year.
This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
You will receive the same introduction to archaeology as our single honours
students, but focus on classical art and archaeology. Choose from Ancient
History and Classics options, like Greek Literature, Ancient Moral Philosophy or
Page 3 of 12Roman History and Culture.
In the summer, you'll complete two weeks of funded fieldwork on Hadrian's Wall.
Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
Foundational Fieldwork Training 0
Introduction to Archaeology 20
The Archaeology of Britain from the
20
Romans to the 20th Century
Greek and Roman Art and Archaeology 20
HCA Academic Mentoring Stage 1 0
Optional Modules Credits
Introduction to Archaeological Science 20
Prehistoric Britain 20
Tragedy, Comedy, History: The World
20
of Greek Literature
How Should I Live? An Introduction to
20
Ancient Moral Philosophy
Beginners' Greek in Action 1 20
Beginners' Greek in Action 2 20
West meets East: Greek History and
20
Society, 776-200 BC
The Roman world from Romulus to
Heraclius: history and culture from 753 20
BC to AD 641
Beginners' Latin in Action 1 20
Beginners' Latin in Action 2 20
Big History: From the Big Bang to
20
Climate change
Page 4 of 12Gods, Gold, and Silk: Global Middle
20
Ages
Stuff: living in a material world 20
Global Ancient Histories 20
Your studies will expand geographically through a module on the Archaeology
of the Roman Empire, with options that might take you to the prehistoric Aegean,
or Rome under the Emperors. You can also pick thematic modules on slavery or
religion.
You'll complete a further two weeks of funded fieldwork choosing from our
projects in the UK or abroad.
Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
Advanced Fieldwork Training 0
Fieldwork and Archaeological Practice 20
Archaeologies of the Roman Empire:
The Roman World from Augustus to 20
Justinian
HCA Academic Mentoring Stage 2 0
Optional Modules Credits
Archaeological Theory and
20
Interpretation
Animals, Plants and People: an
Introduction to Environmental 20
Archaeology
Prehistoric Europe 20
Aegean Prehistory 20
Historical Archaeology of the Modern
20
World (post 1492)
Page 5 of 12Cold Case: Archaeological Science in
20
Action
Subjects of Desire: Sexuality in the
20
Ancient Mediterranean
Hellenistic Empires from Alexander to
20
Cleopatra
Caesar's Gift: Rome under the Emperors 20
Greek and Roman Religions 20
Slavery in Greco-Roman antiquity 20
Developing Enterprise,
20
Entrepreneurship and Employability
Your final year allows you to follow options that interest you most, whether that's
Roman Frontiers or Alexander the Great. You'll complete a dissertation on your
topic of choice under supervision of an expert member of staff.
Modules
Compulsory Modules Credits
HCA Academic Mentoring Stage 3 0
Optional Modules Credits
Dissertation in Archaeology 40
Dissertation in Ancient History &
40
Archaeology
Early Medieval Britain 20
The Archaeology of Byzantium and its
20
Neighbours
Frontier Communities of Roman Britain 20
Archaeologies of the Middle Sea: An
Armchair Voyage Across the 20
Prehistoric Mediterranean
Regionality and the Fall of Rome 20
Page 6 of 12Sex, bodies and identities in Classical
20
Greece
Subjects of Desire: Sexuality in the
20
Ancient Mediterranean
Portfolio in Ancient History II:
40
Dissertation
City of Athens: Power, Society and
20
Culture
Celluloid History II 20
The Fall of the Roman Republic 20
The World of Herodotus 20
Roman Egypt 20
Career Development for final year
20
students
Teaching and assessment
Teaching methods
You'll be taught through a dynamic range of methods and activities, including
lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical activities, site visits, fieldwork
training and independent study. These activities take place in the classroom,
library, field, museum and laboratory.
Assessment methods
You'll be assessed through a combination of:
Assessments
Assignments – written or fieldwork
Dissertation or research project
Essays
Examinations – practical or online
Practical sessions
Page 7 of 12Reports
Skills and experience
Practical skills
Practical experience forms a key part of this investigative and interdisciplinary
degree. You'll gain hands-on experience handling artefacts from our on-campus
Great North Museum.
You'll also gain excavation experience working along Hadrian's Wall in your first
year, with further fieldwork opportunities elsewhere in the UK or abroad later in
your degree.
Research skills
You'll have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to spend the summer after
your second year working alongside staff on your own research project.
In your final year, you'll write a dissertation on on a topic of your choosing, using
skills you have developed during your degree. You'll hone your investigative
skills, undertaking independent research, with access to extensive resources,
archives and special collections.
Opportunities
Study abroad
Experience life in another country by choosing to study abroad as part of your
degree. You’ll be encouraged to embrace fun and challenging experiences,
make connections with new communities and graduate as a globally aware
professional, ready for your future.
You have the opportunity to study abroad in either Stage 2 or 3. You can study in
an EU country as part of an Erasmus exchange or further afield.
Page 8 of 12Find out more about study abroad
Work placement
Get career ready with a work placement and leave as a confident professional in
your field. You can apply to spend 9 to 12 months working in any organisation in
the world, and receive University support from our dedicated team to secure
your dream placement. Work placements take place between stages 2 and 3.
You'll gain first-hand experience of working in the sector, putting your learning
into practice and developing your professional expertise.
If you choose to take a work placement, it will extend your degree by a year.
Placements are subject to availability.
Find out more about work placements
Facilities and environment
Facilities
You'll be based in the School of History, Classics and Archaeology, located at the
heart of campus in the historic Armstrong Building. Here you'll have access to
excellent study resources including:
the Cluster for Interdisciplinary Artefact Studies
a range of other specialist facilities and archives
the antiquarian library
the on-campus Great North Museum, with enormous collections of Greek
and Roman artefacts, including the Shefton collection on Greek Art
Support
Page 9 of 12You'll have the support of a lecturer as a personal tutor throughout your degree,
and a student mentor will help you settle in.
Archaeology is a new subject for everyone: we teach you all you need to know,
and support your progress through to the end of the degree.
Peer mentors will help you in your first year. They are fellow students who can
help you settle in and answer any questions you have when starting university.
Your future
Our Ancient History and Archaeology degree will set you up to start a career as a
professional archaeologist or to pursue a future in museum and heritage work.
As an archaeology student at Newcastle University you'll develop a wide range
of transferable skills, due to the interdisciplinary and investigative nature of the
subject, which are highly sought by employers.
Some students begin careers as professional archaeologists, while others enter
the heritage sector. There are lots of opportunities to engage with employers
prior to graduation.
Other archaeology graduates use their team-working, project management and
analytical skills to work in other fields, for example as company archivists,
information technologists, specialist librarians and researchers. These skills are
especially valued in industries such as publishing, broadcasting and public
relations. Some students become teachers, lawyers, or start their own
businesses.
Make a difference
Careers support
Our unique Heritage City website connects you with heritage projects and
employers in the region.
Page 10 of 12Work placements are available as part of your degree, and there are many
volunteering opportunities to enhance your CV.
Students in their second year can apply for funding to support their own
research projects over the summer break.
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country,
and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of
opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.
Visit our Careers Service website
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