
Classics BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Classics BA (Hons)
This course is perfect if you have a knowledge and love of either Latin or Greek and want to add that second ancient language to your repertoire, while learning more about the classical world through the study of texts in the original as well as artefacts, ideas and past-deeds.
Enrol on BA Classics at Royal Holloway and you will spend at least half your time studying Latin and Greek, reading texts in the original words of the author. The remainder of your time will be spent understanding the minds, hearts and actions of the ancient Romans and Greeks through the study of anc...
This course is perfect if you have a knowledge and love of either Latin or Greek and want to add that second ancient language to your repertoire, while learning more about the classical world through the study of texts in the original as well as artefacts, ideas and past-deeds.<br/><br/>Enrol on BA Classics at Royal Holloway and you will spend at least half your time studying Latin and Greek, reading texts in the original words of the author. The remainder of your time will be spent understanding the minds, hearts and actions of the ancient Romans and Greeks through the study of ancient philosophy, history, classical archaeology as well as Latin and Greek literature in translation.<br/><br/>As a Classicist you will be part of our Classics Department, where the quality of research that informs our teaching and a friendly, individual approach which shapes the way we guide our students combine to create an unbeaten academic experience. Ours is a a vibrant, stimulating environment in which to learn, producing graduates with an outstanding record for employment or further study, while a thriving Classics Society contributes to the friendly and sociable atmosphere of our department.<br/><br/><br/>• Learn Latin and Greek, one of which can be from scratch.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study texts in the original language using highly developed linguistic skills.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Tailor your degree to your own interests with flexible non-linguistic options.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Consider ancient cultural, social and political contexts.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop analytical, communication and research skills.<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
Q800
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Grade B in Latin or Greek is required
Access to HE Diploma
D:27,M:18,P:0
Access must be in a related subject area PLUS GCSE grade A or grade 7 Latin or Greek , or AS/A-Level in Latin or Greek at grade B. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
Grades 6,5,5 at Higher Level including 5 in Higher or Standard Level Latin or Greek with a minimum of 32 points overall
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
in a related subject PLUS GCSE Latin or Greek at grade A or grade 7, or AS/A-Level Latin or Greek at grade B
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
Subjects to include H3 in Latin or Greek at Higher Level
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics and GCSE Latin or Greek grade A or grade 7 if not taken at a Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD
in a related subject PLUS GCSE Latin or Greek at grade A or grade 7, or AS/A-Level Latin or Greek at grade B
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
in a related subject and A-Level grade B plus GCSE Latin or Greek grade A or grade 7, or AS/A-Level Latin or Greek grade B
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
B,B,B
Grade B in Latin or Greek is required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Distinction and A-Levels graded B,B PLUS GCSE Latin or Greek grade A or grade 7, or AS/A-Level Latin or Greek grade B.
A level
A,B,B
B,B,B
- Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. - Socio-economic factors which may have impacted an applicant’s education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Required Subjects: A level Latin or Greek at grade B or grade A or grade 7 GCSE if not taken at A level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |