The BA Ancient History and French degree offers the study of the Greek and Roman worlds and develops your knowledge of a world language, discovering the rich culture that makes France an international centre of the arts and understanding twenty-first-century France and its role in Europe.
In order to structure an academically coherent and intellectually rigorous programme, the degree is built around compulsory and optional modules. (Have a look at our module booklet for full information on modules).
The programme is delivered through lectures, tutorials and seminars. You will usually receive nine hours minimum scheduled contact time with your teachers every week. Every degree involves choices, options will be available and if first choices are not secured then the alternative will be as good. Full attendance at lectures, seminars and personal tutorials (personal tutorials are obligatory). All Arts and Humanities programmes include independent learning which requires initiative and hard work.
We will challenge you with demanding teaching and assessment. Assessment includes essay, coursework and examination, presentations and a dissertation.
Disclaimer: Module selection options may change.
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
| Module Code | Semester | Credits | Module Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLH100 | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 20 | Greek History and Society |
| CLH150 | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 20 | Rome from Village to Empire: An Introduction to Roman History |
Choose Exactly 40 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Please select the appropriate level and English or Welsh-medium modules.
Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Please select the appropriate English or Welsh-medium modules.
Choose Maximum Of 40 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select enough optional or elective modules to make up your total credits to 120 or the whole year (after your compulsory modules), balanced evenly between two Teaching Blocks. All of the modules listed below are 20 credits. To enrol in a TB2 Latin, Greek or Egyptian module, you MUST enrol in the corresponding TB1 module. Staff can advise on the appropriate level of Latin or Greek modules on request. Students should not take modules in more than one beginning ancient language in the year.
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
None found.
Choose Maximum Of 60 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : You should select 2 or 3 of these modules. To enrol in a TB2 Latin or Greek module, you MUST enrol in the corresponding TB1 module. Staff can advise on the appropriate level of Latin or Greek modules on request.
Choose Maximum Of 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : You may choose any of the following modules to make up the remainder of your Ancient History credits, if required.
Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:
Choose Minimum Of 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select at least ONE of the following modules.
Choose Maximum Of 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : If you select MLF201 you MUST also select MLF210. If you wish to enrol in MLC235A you MUST also enrol in MLC235B.
| Module Code | Semester | Credits | Module Name | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALE200 | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 20 | Teaching English as a Foreign Language: Theory and Practice | |
| ML-242 | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 20 | European Fascisms | |
| MLC235A | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | Catalan Language and Translation 2A | To pursue this module you MUST also select MLC235B.. |
| MLC235B | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 10 | Catalan Language and Translation 2B | To pursue this module you MUST also select MLC235A. |
| MLF201 | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | French for Professional Purposes 2 | To pursue this module you MUST also select MLF210. |
| MLF201W | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | Ffrangeg at Ddibenion Proffesiynol 2 | To pursue this module you MUST also select MLF210. |
| MLF210 | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 10 | French Translation Workshop 2 | To pursue this module you MUST also select MLF201 OR MLF201W. |
| MLT201 | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | Introduction to the Theory of Translation | |
| MLT202 | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | Computer-Assisted Translation |
Students choose 120 credits from the following:
| Module Code | Semester | Credits | Module Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLD300 | Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Taught) | 40 | Classics, Ancient History, Egyptology Dissertation |
Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select 1 x 20 credit module. Students must select 60 credits from each teaching block.
Choose Exactly 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select the appropriate pair of modules.
Choose Minimum Of 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : Select at least 1 x 20 credit module.
Choose Maximum Of 20 credits from the following Modules:
NOTE : If appropriate, select 20 credits of modules to make up 60 credits for French.
| Module Code | Semester | Credits | Module Name | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLC335A | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | Catalan Language and Translation 3A | If you wish to pursue this module you MUST also select MLC335B. |
| MLC335B | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 10 | Catalan Language and Translation 3B | If you wish to pursue this module you MUST also select MLC335A. |
| MLF300 | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 10 | French for Professional Purposes 3 | If you wish to pursue this module you MUST also select MLF310. |
| MLF300W | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 10 | Ffrangeg at Ddibenion Proffesiynol 3 | If you wish to pursue this module you MUST also select MLF310. |
| MLF310 | Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught) | 10 | French Translation Workshop 3 | If you wish to pursue this module you MUST also select MLF300 or MLF300W. |
| MLI345 | Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught) | 20 | Italy past and present - identity and diversity |
Students study six modules a year, three in Ancient History and three in French.
All applicants receive individual consideration. Our preferred offers for UK applicants are BBB-BBC at A-level with a B in a Modern Language. However, flexible offers are made on review of the application form, after taking into consideration the subjects studied, predicted or achieved grades, reference and personal statement.
For candidates offering the International Baccalaureate, a typical offer would be 32-30 points. We ask for Welsh Baccalaureate plus BC at A-level. Access candidates should have 15 Distinctions and 18 Merits. We require a minimum IELT score of 6.0.
Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2016/17 are as follows:
| UK/EU | International | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | Full-time | £9,000 | £14,450 |
Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3% for International students and at the capped fee rate as set by the UK Government for UK/EU students.
During a sandwich year (e.g. year in industry, year abroad or placement year) a lower fee will apply. For more information visit our tuition fees page.
You can find further information on fees and how to pay on our tuition fees page.
You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.
Current students: You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.
There are additional costs for study abroad. Find out more here.
"I chose Swansea University because of the variety of courses on offer in Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology. During my study I immersed myself in both academic and extra-curricular student life. I enjoy both reading and writing fiction and in my final year of study, I was selected as one of four finalists in the “Swansea Life Young Writing Category” of the “Dylan Thomas Prize”. I held several positions of responsibility in the Society of Ancient Studies which was amazing; and I organised social events such as visits to sites such as Hadrian’s Wall, the British Museum, Caerleon, and Rome. I also had the opportunity to work on the Church Hill archaeological excavation (a suspected Roman villa) and the excavation at Oystermouth Castle organised jointly by the Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust. I thoroughly enjoyed my three years at Swansea."
Shaun Mudd
“Swansea University is a wonderful environment for high level study. The University is beautifully situated and is investing heavily for the future. My course offers a wide range of options to study language, culture, society and history, with an emphasis on reading around the subject and the opportunity to pursue special interests. A language degree also offers the unique opportunity to spend a year in a foreign country. I was fortunate to spend a year as a teaching assistant in Nice, living with a local family. I thoroughly enjoyed my year abroad and cannot emphasise enough the benefits to be gained. Studying a foreign language opens the door to a whole world of new possibilities, and their value in the job market shouldn't be underestimated.”
Sophie Williams, BA French
The Research Institute for Arts and Humanities (RIAH) brings together academics, postgraduates and visiting national and international scholars to create a rich and vibrant research environment geared to international excellence and impact.
93.6 per cent* of Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology Single and Joint Honours Graduates from Swansea University are in work and / or further study six months after graduation.
Graduating with an internationally recognised degree in Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology will put you in a great position to succeed in a wide range of careers. You will gain excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats. You will also develop strong research and analytical skills and the ability to problem solve and make informed decisions. Our programmes include various forms of assessment, teamwork through seminars, tutorials and group presentations and an independent study - dissertation module. You will learn to manage your time and workload effectively. All of these skills will ensure you can compete very successfully in the employment market.
Our students have progressed to a broad range of work sectors including education, recruitment, marketing, management, and heritage, working for companies such as:
Other recent graduates have progressed to postgraduate courses in:
*First–degree Swansea University graduates of Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology. HESA Performance Indicator sourced from the DLHE survey 2013/14.
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