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    Classical Literature, Ancient History, Archaeology.

    Welcome

    Much of European civilisation grew out of the classical world, so it is not surprising that its study is still highly relevant today. Classical & Archaeological Studies offers a hugely interesting and varied range of subjects, such as literature, mythology, drama, archaeology, art and architecture, history, languages and philosophy, all of which are connected to the study of ancient civilisation. At Kent you can do elements from all these areas inside one programme if you want to, or you can follow a more specialised pathway, in literature, history or archaeology. You also have the opportunity to learn Latin or Ancient Greek, which are taught at both beginners’, intermediate and advanced level.

    Classical & Archaeological Studies at Kent came 1st for Archaeology and 11th for Classics in the National Student Survey 2009, with 97% overall satisfaction for Archaeology and 92% for Classics. Our students hold C&AS teaching and teachers in the highest regard, with all our modules being popular (see link below for more details).

    Study at Kent

    Every single teacher I have had contact with during my course was not only knowledgeable beyond belief but, due to their passion for their subject and ability to teach, was an inspiration to myself and my fellow students

    ~ Barry Vaughan, 2005-08

    Canterbury, as a late Iron Age settlement, a Romano-British city (Durovernum Cantiacorum), an Anglo-Saxon town (Cantwaraburg), and a centre of early Christianity, is a good base for studying different cultures, with visits to local sites and museums as well as London museums and opportunities for archaeological fieldwork.

    Our undergraduate degree programmes cover a wide range of topics and approaches related to the study of ancient peoples and places.

    We offer opportunities to study for Masters, MPhil and Doctoral degrees.

    We are one of the fastest growing departments in the country with a combination of many younger staff and established academics. We offer exciting fieldwork opportunities (with funded bursaries), excellent teaching resources and award-winning projects. Kent is an exhilarating and friendly research and teaching environment and offers one of the most fulfilling student experiences in the country, as demonstrated by student surveys and feedback.