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This is your future

Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology and Egyptology

Expand your ancient historical and cultural understanding, and take advantage of Manchester’s exclusive collections and on-campus museum.

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Discover the ancient world

Congratulations on your offer to study Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology or Egyptology!

Choose Manchester for a wealth of teaching and cultural resources. We are one of the largest departments of our kind in the UK, offering a multidisciplinary approach to the ancient world.

Optional units allow you to explore ancient literature, religion, philosophy, art, archaeology and modern history.

Progressive training in Latin or Greek (whichever is relevant) at a suitable level in each of your three years.

Meet your Admissions Officer

Cody O'Connor

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Our brilliant campus, at the heart of the UK's Most Liveable City (The Economist, 2019) and the city voted 3rd Best in the World (TimeOut, 2021).

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A welcoming environment

Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology and Egyptology at Manchester has an active community that welcomes students from all over the world.

You’ll make friends through your course and society activities, and get support in your studies from older students through our peer-assisted student support scheme.

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Exclusive access to collections

Make the most of our world-class facilities.

Manchester students have unparalleled access to exclusive collections at Manchester Museum.

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Study abroad

Most of our courses offer the opportunity to study abroad.

Studying abroad is a great way to experience different styles of learning, make new friends and get a great deal more out of your degree. 

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Make your mark at Manchester

Improve your interpretation skills, and graduate as someone who can offer employers numerous practical and academic attributes.

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Classics for all

Promote Classics in schools across North West England, giving students first-hand experience in a classroom environment.

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Placement year

Most of our courses offer you the chance to apply your subject-specific knowledge in a real-world context in the form of a placement in your third year of study.

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Our admissions staff are here for any questions you have.

Email Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology or Egyptology: ug-classics@manchester.ac.uk
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  • Ancient History BA
  • Ancient History and Archaeology BA
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  • Archaeology BA
  • Archaeology and Anthropology BA
  • Archaeology and History BA
  • Classical Studies BA
  • Classics BA
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  • Latin and English Literature BA
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  • Latin and Spanish BA

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