Course Overview
Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year covers the study of Ancient Egyptian language, literature, history and culture and studying this four-year BA degree opens up a range of exciting career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers.
You will explore Egyptian art and architecture, ancient Egyptian history and civilisation, archaeology, religion, sex and gender, Ancient and Middle Egypt; Greek and Roman history and society; warfare and empire; and learn a Greek, Latin or Egyptian language.
The Foundation Year gives you an exciting introduction to Higher Education, setting you up with the skills, confidence, and knowledge that you’ll need to be successful on your undergraduate degree. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after Further Education or are returning to education after a gap.
The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BA in Egyptology and Ancient History. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year, students will progress onto Year 1 of the BA.
You will have the option of spending a semester abroad during the second year in either the USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore to enhance your student experience and career prospects.