考古学和古代历史学士学位是一个跨学科课程，结合了考古学和历史学方法来研究从公元前四千年到公元十一世纪的欧洲和地中海。该学位的主要焦点是从爱琴海青铜时代到罗马帝国陷落的希腊和罗马世界，但其范围从古埃及扩展到后罗马大不列颠和拜占庭帝国。它旨在发展学生对古代社会的政治，社会，经济和文化结构的知识和批判性理解，这些知识与现代工业化社会有显着不同，但对随后的欧洲和许多其他国家的发展产生了深刻而持续的影响其他社会和文化。该计划在涵盖特定历史时期的模块，研究广泛的社会和文化主题（例如战争，性别，宗教，艺术和科学）的主题
In our interdisciplinary BA in Archaeology and Ancient History, you will explore the ancient societies and cultures of the Mediterranean, Europe and the Near East, from the Bronze Age to the Byzantine Empire, including Greeks, Romans, Persians, Egyptians, Etruscans, Celts and Carthaginians. By combining approaches from archaeology and ancient history, you will learn how to understand these societies from different perspectives, as well as acquiring practical skills such as archaeological excavation, surveying, illustration and public outreach.<br><br>You will be able to specialise in the periods or cultures that interest you most, explore themes such as gender, politics, warfare, religion, art and medicine, or learn about archaeological methods and skills. Well ensure that you can place this research and knowledge into a contemporary context, including how heritage sites and collections are managed, and how the ancient world continues to inspire the modern world and inform debates in today's society.<br><br>Our teaching is informed by the latest findings, and youll share in the process of discovery by participating in fieldwork and carrying out your own research project. As a graduate in archaeology and ancient history, you will have the skills, knowledge and confidence that you need to succeed in a range of careers, in the heritage sector or elsewhere.<br><br>This programme is also available with a year of study abroad, extending your degree to a four-year programme, with your third year spent at a partner institution outside the UK.