You will explore themes in Greek and Roman history, such as the emergence (and fall) of democracy and the rise, decline and fall of Empires. The course is designed to build skills and knowledge from day one and to develop your understanding of key periods and problems in Greek and Roman history. In year two, the experience of historical periods will be deepened and widened and you will develop skills in research and concentrate on your individual interests, which will culminate in specialist studies and individual research projects in year 3.
Ancient History offers the opportunity to study the history of Greece and Rome in the Classical period (600 BCE to 700 CE). Ancient History is a fundamental area of study: its politics, events, and development lying behind our understanding of many aspects of historical societies and, indeed, our own culture. The Ancient History programme is offered at the Royal Holloway University of London.
Students will have the opportunity to study in other areas of the curriculum as well, notably archeology, literature, philosophy and language.
Why choose this course?
- Teaching from a range of internationally recognised experts in the field
- To understand a formative and fascinating period of world history
- To develop a detailed understanding of the knowledge of a variety of critical approaches to Ancient History methodological questions and issues involved in studying Ancient history
- To develop transferable skills useful in any walk of life, such as critical analysis, presentational skills, and an awareness of different approaches to crucial issues
- A friendly experience of study in a supportive and enthused environment.
Employability & career opportunities
Choosing a Classical subject at Royal Holloway will equip you with a broad range of skills, such as the ability to analyse and summarise content, critically evaluate resources and construct coherent arguments in the written and spoken word. Studying an intellectually demanding discipline will demonstrate to employers that you enjoy being challenged and are able to understand complex issues. You will also develop the transferable skills valued by employers: communication and presentation skills, teamwork, time management and critical thinking. From 2013 (subject to validation) we will be adding a new ÔskillsÕ module as part of the degree programme, as well as a competitive new work placement scheme Ð the only such scheme in a UK Classics department.
Our recent graduates have very successfully entered a wide range of careers including law, government, publishing, finance, teaching, marketing and the media. Many have also progressed to postgraduate study in a variety of fields.
