BA (Hons) Ancient History in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University

Why choose this program? Focused on unraveling past civilizations through analysis of historical artifacts, our BA in Ancient History offers an engaging curriculum that examines literary works, visual arts, inscriptions, and archaeological findings. Unique among UK programs, our course lets you explore not just Greek and Roman civilizations, but also the Near East, Persian Empire, and Byzantine world. Tailored for beginners while accommodating those with existing knowledge, this comprehensive program enhances your understanding of these captivating ancient cultures, investigating their political systems, social hierarchies, economic frameworks, and artistic achievements while developing essential academic and professional skills. We value cultural and social studies equally with political history. You'll explore thought-provoking themes with modern parallels, including conflict, gender identity, religious practices, healthcare, artistic expression, and literary works, while discovering how ancient influences shape today's world. You'll analyze diverse historical sources, evaluate competing historical interpretations, and develop well-reasoned arguments. The program emphasizes effective communication across various formats and audiences. Your final year includes an independent research project on a topic of your choosing. This degree also offers a four-year international study option, with your third year at a partner university overseas. Teaching and evaluation The School of History, Archaeology, and Religion fosters academic growth through innovative teaching methods and student-focused learning. Our approach combines traditional lectures, interactive seminars, hands-on workshops, field excursions, and personalized tutorials. You'll engage in self-directed research with expert guidance. Lectures establish foundational concepts, preparing you for deeper exploration during interactive sessions. Course materials are available both in-person and digitally for flexible learning. Seminar discussions create vibrant forums for exchanging ideas, typically involving small groups led by faculty members. These sessions may feature full-group debates, collaborative projects, or student presentations, offering valuable opportunities to critically examine course themes with subject specialists.