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Classics with Study Abroad BA
UCAS code: Q801
www.ucl.ac.uk/prospectus/classics
Classics with Study Abroad BA
This four-year programme offers the opportunity
to develop expertise in two ancient languages
simultaneously, focusing on the study of Ancient
Greek and Latin language and literature. The
curriculum is the same as that of the Classics
BA, with an additional opportunity to spend year
three at an approved university abroad.
Degree summary
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UCL Greek & Latin ranked in the top three universities in the UK for
classics by the Guardian University Guide 2015.
Your career
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You will have access to an unparalleled range of options, from
Roman Love Poetry to Greek Palaeography, from Ancient Greek
Religion to Roman Epic.
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Knowledge of languages such as Latin and Greek will allow you to
develop mental agility and versatility, equipping you with the ability
(amongst other things) to learn modern languages with comparative
ease, opening up a wider range of possibilities in the future.
UCL has excellent library facilities, and is ideally situated close to
world-renowned resources such as the British Museum, the British
Library, and the Institute of Classical Studies.
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The lively student-run Classical Society organises an annual Classics
play (a Greek or Latin drama in translation) shown at the nearby
Bloomsbury Theatre, as well as other events.
The main emphasis of the programme is on the study of Latin and Greek
texts in the original language. The programme design is the same as for
the Classics BA except that the degree includes an additional year, the
third year, spent at an approved university in Cyprus, France, Germany,
Greece, Hungary, Italy, Spain or Switzerland. This offers you the chance
to expand your knowledge and experience within your chosen academic
field, as well as learning new skills and enjoying the culture of another
country. You will take 16 course credits spread equally across the four
years.
The programme also allows you to take courses from outside the
Classical World area, for example in a modern language, medieval or
modern history, history of science or computing (a maximum of 1.0
credits in the first year, and 1.0 credits in the second and fourth years
together).
Your learning
You will be taught through lectures, seminars and small-group work.
Some sessions involve direct study of artefacts, including access to the
collections of the British Museum.
Most courses combine both in-course continuous assessment and
end-of-year written examinations, although a few courses are assessed
solely by one or other of these methods.
The Classics with Study Abroad BA is a rigorous and broad-ranging
degree which qualifies you for a remarkably wide variety of jobs. The
Classical Society hosts regular talks from former students, which may
help guide you in your future career choices.
Career destinations in recent years have included: graduate study,
teaching, law, computing, accountancy, marketing, banking, music
(classic and popular), acting, the media, business, the voluntary sector,
local government and politics.
First career destinations of recent graduates (2010-2013) of this
programme include:
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Trainee Solicitor, Charles Russell LLP
Primary School Teacher, Broadford Primary School
Curator, English Heritage
Full-time student, Msc in International Public Policy at UCL
Full-time student, Graduate Diploma in Law at the College of Law
Degree structure
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual courses,
normally valued at 0.5 or 1.0 credits, adding up to a total of 4.0 credits for
the year. Courses are assessed in the academic year in which they are
taken. The balance of compulsory and optional courses varies from
programme to programme and year to year. A 1.0 credit is considered
equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
Year One
Compulsory courses
1.0 credits of Greek-based courses
1.0 credits of Latin-based courses
0.5 - 1.0 credits of a modern language (depending on prior proficiency)
Interpreting Greek Literature
Interpreting Latin Literature
Optional courses
You will select your remaining credits from a wide range of optional
courses.
Year Two
Compulsory courses
1.0 credits of Greek-based courses
1.0 credits of Latin-based courses
0.5 - 1.0 credits of a modern language (depending on prior proficiency)
Classics and Literary Theory
Optional courses
You will select your remaining credits from a wide range of optional
courses.
Year Three
Year abroad at an approved university.
Final Year
Compulsory courses
1.0 credits of Greek-based courses
1.0 credits of Latin-based courses
Optional courses
You will select 2.0 credits from a wide range of optional courses.
Entry requirements
A levels
A level grades
AAB
A level subjects
Greek or Latin grade A required.
AS levels
For UK-based students a pass in a further subject
at AS level or equivalent is required.
GCSE
English Language at grade B, plus Mathematics
at grade C. For UK-based students, a grade C or
equivalent in a foreign language (other than
Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is
required. UCL provides opportunities to meet the
foreign language requirement following
enrolment, further details at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/ug-reqs
Each application is carefully assessed. Those candidates being
considered for an offer will be invited to an applicant open day, which will
include a lunch with staff and current students where you can discuss the
degree programme, living in London and studying at UCL, and take a tour
of the campus.
Fees
UK/EU fee
£9,000 (2016/17)
Overseas fee
£16,130 (2016/17)
Notes
Details about financial support are available at:
www.ucl.ac.uk/study/ug-finance
Contacts
Contact
Dr Fiachra Mac Góráin
Admissions Tutor
IB diploma
Email
classicsoffice@ucl.ac.uk
IB points
36
Telephone
+44 (0)20 7679 4571
Subjects
A score of 17 points in three higher level subjects
including Greek or Latin at grade 6, with no score
lower than 5.
Prospectus entry
www.ucl.ac.uk/prospectus/classics
Key facts
Other qualifications
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Your application
Application for admission should be made through UCAS (the
Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Applicants currently at
school or college will be provided with advice on the process; however,
applicants who have left school or who are based outside the United
Kingdom may obtain information directly from UCAS.
Entry to the degree is competitive so it is important you highlight your
interest in and passion for the subject in your application. In addition to
meeting the academic standards stated, we look for dedication and
self-motivation, good communication skills and a real enthusiasm for your
chosen area of study.
PDF Updated: February 19, 2016
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