Our Ancient History programme offers the opportunity to develop an understanding of the history, societies and political ideas of the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations that is both in-depth and wide-ranging. Learning about Ancient History at Exeter is much more than just learning about dates, people and events. You’ll be taught within a department known for its excellent teaching and world-class research, and challenged by scholars who are at the forefront of their respective fields. You'll be inspired to think holistically about the ancient world and our historical sources for it, and to question orthodoxies and dogmas.

Careers Our Classics and Ancient History graduates have an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and our students and graduates compete very successfully in the employment market. Six months after graduation 91.3%* of our Classics and Ancient History graduates are employed or in further study. A degree in Classics and Ancient History can provide you with an excellent range of skills such as logical thinking; interpreting, assessing and evaluating information; oral and written communication; analytical skills; the ability to think creatively, self-critically and independently. Our graduates progress successfully to both further study and a wide range of employment. Some choose to pursue career paths in related areas such as museum work and education. However, Classics and Ancient History can also provide a path to other areas such as the Civil Service, journalism, business, law and management.