Ancient History and History, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Studying Ancient History and History at Swansea University offers an in-depth exploration of Europe and the Mediterranean, from ancient Roman and Persian Empires to medieval kingdoms in England, Wales, and France. This three-year programme features interdisciplinary modules in history, culture, and literature, with flexible options to learn languages. Supported by renowned experts, students join a vibrant community through societies like The History Society, participate in cultural events, and access resources such as The Egypt Centre for hands-on artefact experience. The third year includes a year-long professional placement to enhance employability, leading to careers in heritage, teaching, media, and more.Ranked highly, Ancient History at Swansea is 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024) and globally in the top 51-90 (QS World Rankings 2023), while History ranks 11th for Research Impact (REF 2021). The programme, based on the scenic Singleton Park Campus, combines academic excellence with practical opportunities, including optional modules like Greek Mythology and a final-year dissertation.

Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of modules from recent years including: • Medieval Europe: An Introduction • Making History • Of Gods and Heroes – Greek Mythology In your second year you will again study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • Beginning Greek • Gender in the Roman World • History, Heritage and Classics Study Trip Your third year will be spent on a year-long industrial placement. Your fourth and final year comprises entirely optional modules from a wide range of subject areas, including an optional independent dissertation project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/classics-ancient-history-egyptology/ba-ancient-history-history