Ancient History

UCAS code: V110

Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Ancient History course.

Are you intrigued by the Classical world? Our Ancient History degree at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David invites you to explore the fascinating civilisations of Greece and Rome. This course is your gateway to understanding these cultures, where you will explore a wide range of topics, from history and literature to art, mythology, and religion.

Greece and Rome are at the heart of this programme. You will learn about influential figures like Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, exploring their impact on the world. Our course also looks at everyday life in Graeco-Roman antiquity, focusing on important issues such as gender, slavery, warfare, and the economy. These topics enable you to understand how people lived, worked, and thought in ancient times.

Studying with us means you will benefit from research-led teaching from our expert tutors. This approach helps you gain a deeper understanding of history while developing your own ideas and arguments.

In this course, you will have the chance to learn about a variety of topics. You can study the politics and military strategies that shaped empires, as well as the cultural aspects that made ancient societies unique. Topics such as health, entertainment, death, marriage, science, and education offer a glimpse into the lives of people in ancient times. You will also get the chance to learn how ancient societies helped shape the world we live in today.

Our Ancient History degree will ensure that you to develop critical thinking, analytical and research skills that are highly valued in many careers. Whether you are interested in working in education, museums, the heritage industry, or any field that values a deep understanding of the past, our course provides a strong foundation.

Join us at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David and discover how the stories of Greece and Rome can inspire you and shape your future.

Our Ancient History program emphasizes a holistic approach to education, blending rigorous academic study with personal exploration. Students are encouraged to engage with diverse historical perspectives, develop critical thinking skills, and pursue their unique interests through research projects and interdisciplinary modules. We aim to cultivate a deep understanding of ancient civilizations while fostering a passion for lifelong learning. Year 1 In the first year, you will explore a variety of topics, including the myths and daily life of ancient cultures. Core modules focus on Greek and Roman history, philosophy, and mythology, offering foundational knowledge. Optional modules, such as ancient languages and the rise of civilizations, allow you to tailor your studies. This year encourages curiosity and broadens your understanding of ancient societies.

Compulsory Myths and Mythology: How Stories Shape the World (20 Credits) Exploring the Humanities (20 Credits) Ancient Philosophy (20 credits) Everyday Life in Athens and Rome (20 credits)

Optional Greek 1 (20 credits) Death, Burial and the Afterlife (20 Credits) Latin 1 (20 credits) What makes civilisation? (20 credits) From Egypt to the Near East: phenomena of the Mediterranean (20 Credits) Introduction to Archaeology (20 Credits)

Year 2 The second year delves deeper into classical history with specialized modules on Roman and medieval mythology, ancient warfare, and iconic figures like Caesar and Cicero. You can further personalize your studies by choosing optional modules or participating in international opportunities.

Compulsory Classical Mythology and Legends in Roman and Medieval Times (20 credits) Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits) Pompeii: The life, death and rediscovery of a Roman town (20 credits) Sparta: An Extraordinary City (20 credits) The Life and Times of Caesar and Cicero (20 credits) Rome Transformed: The World of Late Antiquity (20 Credits) Art and Ancient Egypt 4000BC to the 2020ies: Exhibiting artistic representations (20 Credits)

Optional Entanglements: Exploring Interactions between the Aegean and the Near East (20 credits) Households in the ancient world (20 credits) Latin 1 (20 credits) Ancestors, Death and Burial (20 credits) Thinking With Things (20 credits) Greek 1 (20 credits) Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits) International Mobility Opportunity (60 Credits) Armies and Navies: Studies in Ancient Warfare (20 credits) Professional Placement Thinking Through History - Independent Project

Year 3 In your final year, you will undertake a substantial independent project, allowing you to explore an area of personal interest in depth. Core modules on ancient warfare, Roman history, and mythology deepen your expertise. Optional modules offer opportunities to study diverse cultures and historical interactions. This year emphasizes critical analysis and research, preparing you for advanced study or professional pursuits.

Compulsory Independent Project (40 credits) Classical Mythology and Legends in Roman and Medieval Times (20 credits) Pompeii: The life, death and rediscovery of a Roman town (20 credits) Sparta: An Extraordinary City (20 credits) The Life and Times of Caesar and Cicero (20 credits)

Optional Entanglements: Exploring Interactions between the Aegean and the Near East (20 credits) Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits) Households in the ancient world (20 credits) Latin 1 (20 credits) Ancestors, Death and Burial (20 credits) Thinking With Things (20 credits) Greek 1 (20 credits) Armies and Navies: Studies in Ancient Warfare (20 credits)

A degree in Ancient History involves a wide range of assessment methods. In addition to traditional gobbet work, essays and in class tests, you will be assessed through bibliographic exercises, presentations — oral and PowerPoint-based, at both individual and group level — creation of abstracts, reflective reports, in-house conference papers, article reviews, take-home exams, group wikis, creation of project plans and, of course, the dissertation.

This variety of assessment helps develop skills in presenting material in a clear, professional and lucid manner, whether orally or in writing.

This breadth of assessment type creates variety in the student experience, allowing you to explore the subject in different ways, and also embeds within the Ancient History programme the specific employability skills desired, indeed required, by employers today.