Classical and Archaeological Studies and English and American Literature

Program Overview: Classical and Archaeological Studies
The Classical and Archaeological Studies program at the University of Kent offers students an in-depth exploration of ancient civilizations, their culture, history, language, and material remains. This interdisciplinary degree combines the study of classical languages such as Latin and Greek with archaeological methodology, providing a comprehensive understanding of the ancient world from its origins to its enduring legacy. Through a combination of seminars, practical excavations, and digital heritage projects, students develop critical skills in analysis, interpretation, and presentation of archaeological data.

The program covers key areas including ancient history, classical literature, philosophy, art history, and archaeological methods. Emphasis is placed on understanding the social, political, and cultural contexts of ancient societies such as Greece and Rome, as well as engaging with their archaeological sites and artifacts. Students gain practical experience through fieldwork opportunities at excavation sites in the UK and abroad, as well as through digital archaeology techniques. The program also explores the impact of the ancient world on subsequent European cultures, fostering a broad and comparative perspective.

Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in archaeology, heritage management, museums, education, research, and further academic study. The program encourages analytical thinking, research competence, and effective communication skills, equipping students to interpret complex historical and archaeological data. Supported by expert faculty members with extensive research backgrounds, students benefit from a vibrant academic community with access to laboratories, libraries, and archaeological resources.

By studying Classical and Archaeological Studies at the University of Kent, students join a tradition of excellence in the humanities, gaining essential skills and knowledge to understand the profound influence of ancient civilizations on the modern world. The program’s multidisciplinary approach ensures students develop a well-rounded understanding of the ancient past, preparing them for diverse professional paths in cultural heritage, academia, and beyond.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 12450 Year (Non-EEA)

Start date September 2015 Credits (ECTS) 180 ECTS
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Part-time, Full-time Intensity Flexible Part-time variant Flexible More information Go To The Course Website

Course Content

The course structure below gives a flavour of the modules that will be available to you and provides details of the content of this programme. This listing is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation. Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules, you may also have the option to take ‘wild’ modules from other programmes offered by the University in order that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas of interest to you or that may further enhance your employability.

Stage 1

Possible modules may include:

CL329 - Introduction to Archaeology

CL353 - The Civilisations of Greece and Rome

EN333 - Romanticism

EN302 - Early Drama

EN331 - Readings in the Twentieth Century

EN332 - Writing America

You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage

Stage 2

Possible modules may include:

EN681 - Novelty, Enlightenment and Emancipation: 18th Century Literature

EN697 - Chaucer and Late Medieval English Literature

EN692 - Early Modern Literature 1500-1700

EN694 - Shakespeare and Early Modern Drama

EN695 - Empire, New Nations and Migration

EN672 - Reading Victorian Literature

EN675 - Declaring Independence: 19th Century US Literature

EN677 - The Contemporary

EN689 - Modernism

CL702 - Heritage Studies (with Internship)

CL647 - Advanced Latin

CL674 - Everyday Life in the Roman Empire

CL677 - Fieldwork Practice

CL692 - Monsters in Roman Literature

CL699 - Classical Studies and Ancient History in the Classroom

CL513 - Intermediate Latin

CL310 - Greek for Beginners

CL311 - Latin for Beginners

CL550 - Intermediate Greek Language

CL571 - Early Greece and the Formation of the Classical World

CL582 - Rome: The Imperial Republic

CL589 - The Rise and Fall of Athens

CL609 - Roman Art and Architecture

CL627 - Advanced Ancient Greek Language

CL648 - Roman Britain

CL651 - Heads, Heroes and Horses: in search of the Ancient Celts

CL652 - Gods, Heroes and Mystery Cults: Religion in Ancient Greece

CL654 - Hellenistic Literature and Culture

CL663 - Greek and Roman Medicine

CL667 - Love and Sex in Roman Society

CL670 - Egypt and the Classical World

You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage

Stage 3

Possible modules may include:

EN684 - Clouds, Waves & Crows: Writing the Natural, 1800 to the Present

EN687 - Poetry and Crisis, from the First World War to Occupy

EN580 - Charles Dickens and Victorian England

EN583 - Postcolonial Writing

EN586 - Language and Place in Colonial and Postcolonial Poetry

EN588 - Innovation and Experiment in New York, 1945- 1995

EN604 - The Unknown: Reading and Writing

EN623 - Native American Literature

EN633 - Bodies of Evidence: Reading The Body In Eighteenth Century Literature

EN637 - Unruly Women and Other Insubordinates: the dramatic repertoire of the Q

EN646 - Image, Vision and Dream: Medieval Texts and Visual Culture

EN655 - Places and Journeys

EN656 - Heroes and Exiles: An Introduction to Old English Poetry

EN657 - The Brontes in Context

EN658 - American Crime Fiction

EN659 - Contemporary Irish Writing

EN660 - Writing Lives in Early Modern England: Diaries, Letters and Secret Selv

EN661 - The Stranger

EN666 - From Book to Blog: Geoffrey Chaucer and his Afterlives

EN667 - Harlem to Hogan's Alley: Black Writing in North America

EN668 - Discovery Space: New Theatres in Early Modern England

EN669 - Marriage, Desire and Divorce in Early Modern Literature

EN670 - Lyric, Ballad and Popular Song

EN701 - The Global Eighteenth Century

EN702 - Thomas Hardy

EN703 - The 'Real' America: Class and Culture in the American Gilded Age

EN704 - Discord and Devotion: Society & Spirituality in Middle English Literatu

EN705 - The Contemporary Memoir

EN707 - The British Novel in the 1860s: Sensing Modern Life

EN708 - Virginia Woolf

EN709 - Animals, Humans, Writing

EN710 - Victorian Aestheticism and Decadence

EN676 - Cross-Cultural Coming-of-Age Narratives

CL671 - The Rise and Fall of Athens

CL652 - Gods, Heroes and Mystery Cults: Religion in Ancient Greece

CL627 - Advanced Ancient Greek Language

CL634 - Hellenistic Literature and Culture

CL636 - Archaeological Project

CL641 - Virgil's Aeneid

CL609 - Roman Art and Architecture

CL607 - Greek and Roman Medicine

CL582 - Rome: The Imperial Republic

CL585 - Egypt and the Classical World

CL588 - Heads, Heroes and Horses in Search of the Ancient Celts

CL571 - Early Greece and the Formation of the Classical World

CL573 - Love and Sex in Roman Society

CL550 - Intermediate Greek Language

CL311 - Latin for Beginners

CL310 - Greek for Beginners

CL513 - Intermediate Latin

CL517 - Roman Britain

CL504 - Classical & Archaeological Studies Dissertation

CL699 - Classical Studies and Ancient History in the Classroom

CL677 - Fieldwork Practice

CL691 - Monsters in Roman Literature

CL675 - Everyday Life in the Roman Empire

CL647 - Advanced Latin

CL703 - Heritage Studies (with Internship)

You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test.

Requirements

Home/EU students

The University will consider applications from students offering a wide range of qualifications, typical requirements are listed below, students offering alternative qualifications should contact the Admissions Office for further advice. It is not possible to offer places to all students who meet this typical offer/minimum requirement.

Qualification Typical offer/minimum requirement

• A level:ABB including English Literature or English Language and Literature grade B
• Access to HE Diploma:The University of Kent will not necessarily make conditional offers to all access candidates but will continue to assess them on an individual basis. If an offer is made candidates will be required to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma):The university will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) on a case by case basis please contact us via the enquiries tab for further advice on your individual circumstances.
• International Baccalaureate:34 points overall or 16 at HL including HL English A/A2/B at 5/6/6 or Literature at HL 5 or SL 6

International students

The University receives applications from over 140 different nationalities and consequently will consider applications from prospective students offering a wide range of international qualifications. Our International Development Office will be happy to advise prospective students on entry requirements.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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Funding

Kent offers generous financial support schemes to assist eligible undergraduate students during their studies. Our 2015 financial support package includes a £6,000 cash bursary spread over the duration of your course. For Ts&Cs and to find out more, visit our funding page.

General scholarships

Scholarships are available for excellence in academic performance, sport and music and are awarded on merit. For further information on the range of awards available and to make an application see our scholarships website.

The Kent Scholarship for Academic Excellence

At Kent we recognise, encourage and reward excellence. We have created the Kent Scholarship for Academic Excellence, which will be awarded to any applicant who achieves a minimum of AAA over three A levels, or the equivalent qualifications as specified on our funding pages. Please note that details of the scholarship for 2015 entry have not yet been finalised and are subject to change.

The BA in Classical and Archaeological Studies at the University of Kent offers students an in-depth exploration of ancient civilizations, including their cultures, languages, history, and archaeological practices. This interdisciplinary programme provides a comprehensive understanding of the classical world, focusing on Greek and Roman civilizations, while also integrating archaeological methods and theories. Students benefit from a diverse curriculum that combines language studies, history, literature, and archaeological fieldwork, allowing for a well-rounded education in the discipline. The programme typically incorporates the study of Latin and Greek languages, enabling students to engage directly with original texts and archaeological evidence. Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in excavations and internships, gaining practical experience in archaeological techniques. The programme emphasizes critical analysis and research skills, preparing graduates for careers in archaeology, museum curation, heritage management, academia, or further postgraduate study. Kent's modern facilities, including archaeological laboratories and resource centers, support hands-on learning. The course structure is flexible, with options to specialise in particular areas such as ancient art, religion, or social history. Furthermore, the department collaborates with museums, archaeological institutions, and international research projects, providing students with valuable networking opportunities. The programme also encourages cultural understanding, offering modules that examine the influence of the classical world on modern cultures. Graduates leave equipped with a solid foundation in classical languages, archaeological methods, and historical analysis, making them competitive in a range of fields related to history and archaeology. The University of Kent's supportive academic environment, combined with international orientation, makes this programme an ideal choice for students passionate about exploring ancient civilizations and their lasting impact on today's world.