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Birkbeck University of London
Classical Studies
Study detals
: Undergraduate : BA : Full time : 36 MonthRequirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Speciality
On successfully graduating from this BA Classical Studies, you will have gained an array of important transferable skills, including:
a sophisticated use of written and spoken English, considerably strengthened through your study of ancient language(s)
an advanced critical ability in understanding and applying complex theories, both ancient ideas and modern
facility and precision in the use of analytical tools.
strong skills and initiative in collecting and organising complex materials and writing up clear, well-presented reports or fluent critical arguments.
Studying our course will prepare you for roles in a range of fields:
academia and research
teaching
museums and the heritage sector
law
civil service
business
any occupation which values high-level analytical and communication skills.
Additional information
BA Classical Studies is a particularly diverse and stimulating degree, in which you explore the culture, history, archaeology, philosophy and literature of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. You will gain valuable expertise in developing and communicating arguments based on the diverse, complex remains from the ancient world, understanding the limits of our knowledge but also how to push them further. You also focus on how studying the Classical world, with all its attractive and disturbing features, can radically transform debates about key contemporary issues, such as:
democracy
inequality
gender and sexuality.