Classics and Archaeology - Subjects - University of Kent

Classics and Archaeology

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Why study Classics and Archaeology at Kent?

From epic myths to ruined temples, studying Classics at Kent lets you decode ancient Greece and Rome, uncovering their stories and objects. You will develop sharp thinking skills while discovering how the ancient world still shapes modern life.

Dig, discover, and decode history

Oue Classics and Archaeology courses immerse you in the rich worlds of ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and Roman Britain, blending the study of literature, history, languages, and material culture to bring the ancient world vividly to life.

You will explore epic myths and political upheavals through engaging lectures, seminars, and hands-on sessions. In our state-of-the-art archaeology labs you can analyse finds, learn dating techniques, and even uncover your own discoveries on dig sites.

There will be opportunities for you to study abroad or spend a year on professional placement, gaining real-world experience while deepening your understanding of global ancient cultures.

With our enthusiastic expert staff and the historic city of Canterbury on your doorstep, we offer you a supportive and stimulating environment to study the ancient world.

Classics at Kent was ranked 6th in the UK for student satisfaction in The Complete University Guide 2026.

96% of our Archaeology students were positive about the level of academic support on their course. (NSS 2025)

Archaeology at Kent was ranked 9th in the UK for graduate prospects in The Complete University Guide 2026.

94% of our Classics students were positive about the level of academic support on their course. (NSS 2025)

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CLAS Handbook

This guide will provide a point of reference on topics that will be relevant as you navigate your academic path in CLAS at Kent.

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CLAS Resource Guide

Our Classics Resource Guide helps you do your best work, and our core resources are a great esstential tool for your studies.

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Declonising Classics

Look here for all the ways that we are discovering anew or reinventing what the ancient past means for the 21st Century.

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