Core modules
All our degrees involve core modules in your first alongside a choice of optional modules which broaden your knowledge of the ancient world and also allow you the chance to acquire knowledge in Greek or Latin if desired In subsequent you build on what you have learnt through a choice of modules which allow you to engage in your own way with the civilisation of the Ancient Mediterranean

In their second and final students may take one 30-CAT module or two 15-CAT modules from outside the department (eg from the Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning or another academic department) in place of an optional module

Year One
Introduction to Greek and Roman History
You will be introduced to the central themes of Greek and Roman history from the Greek Archaic Period to the beginning of the Roman Empire You will gain a broad chronological understanding of the ancient world and good knowledge of the range of evidence and methodologies used to analyse its historical events and cultural practices You will also develop advanced skills in analysing evidence crafting an argument and presenting your ideas coherently and fluently

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Encounters with Material Culture Objects and Archaeology
This module provides you with the tools you need to approach and interpret the material culture of the ancient world including buildings art-works inscriptions and everyday objects We look at objects and buildings from their creation to their use and rediscovery considering issues such as the materials used production and consumption; style form and iconography and contexts of discovery and use We explore the many questions we can ask of material culture and the insights it provides into the history and society of the ancient Mediterranean

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Greek Culture and Society Roman Culture and Society
You will study both these modules which explore the central features of Greek and Roman culture including aspects such as religion and festivals political institutions women and the family and death This grounding will allow you to delve further into specific topics in your Honours modules as well as encouraging you to consider the degrees of continuity and difference between ancient Greek and Roman culture and our own beliefs and practices

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A Modern European Language

You will take one module studying a Modern European Language (currently ItalianLink opens in a new window or GermanLink opens in a new window)

Year Two
Hellenistic World
The campaigns of Alexander the Great transformed the Greek world creating an empire that stretched from the Adriatic to the Himalayas Through this module you will explore the political histories power structures cultural developments and ideologies of the period and gain critical insight into the evidence from which our understanding of Hellenistic culture and history is constructed This will lead to an increased appreciation of how the Hellenistic world helped shape the Roman world and beyond

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A Modern European Language

You will continue study of the modern language studied in Year One

Year Three
Dissertation
Optional modules
Optional modules can vary from to Example optional modules may include

The Transformation of Roman Society under Augustus
The Roman Near East
Democracy and Imperialism
Domestic Space in the Roman World
Food and Drink in the Ancient Mediterranean
Art and Architecture of Asia Minor
The Roman Empire from Tiberius to Hadrian
Sexuality and Gender in Antiquity
Greek Religion