Ancient History, BA (Hons), with study abroad

Learn about the ancient world and find ways to understand the foundations of how we live today. The ancient world has profoundly influenced subsequent generations of history, and studying antiquity offers you a way of understanding the foundations of today’s world. From ancient Egypt to Minoan civilisation, from the conquests of Alexander the Great to the Roman empire, from Roman Britain to the ancient Americas and the Middle East, from ancient philosophy and the biblical world to the rise of Islam, studying Ancient History at Southampton affords you the chance to study topics about which you are already passionate, or to try something entirely new. Southampton is home to world-leading scholars in the study of the ancient world. The study of ancient languages is optional, but you are encouraged to make the most of the opportunities on offer at Southampton to study Latin and Ancient Greek.Our year abroad destinations include Europe, the United States, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea or Australia.Our digital humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting-edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre. Supported by an expert team, these technologies will enable you to start making and exploring in new and immersive ways.