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Newcastle University
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Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU
Classical Studies and English
- BA (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 21 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site (Newcastle)
Course summary
On this degree, you study a variety of texts written in English alongside the culture of the classical world and will explore the connections between the two. You will learn about the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome from a variety of perspectives, and uncover their legacy in our culture and the way we think today. You can also learn a classical language - we offer Greek and Latin from beginners' or advanced level.
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site (Newcastle)
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21 September 2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QQ83
- Institution code:
- N21
- Campus name:
- Main Site (Newcastle)
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QQ83
- Institution code:
- N21
- Campus name:
- Main Site (Newcastle)
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Not accepted
A level AAB
either including English Literature or English Language and Literature or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as A-levels in other arts and humanities subjects).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applicants will be considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma D: 30 credits M: 15 credits P: 0 credits
15 Level 3 credits in English literature/literature and language, or other arts and humanities subjects involving significant literary content, are essential. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in study of the classical world; Level 3 Units in classics or history are desirable.
Scottish Higher AAABB
including English or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as other arts and humanities subjects). Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.
Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 34 points
with English grade 6 at Higher Level or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as HLs in other arts and humanities subjects).
Extended Project
If you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in a topic relevant to the degree programme, we will vary our offer to recognise this
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) H1, H1, H1, H2, H3
including English or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as other arts and humanities subjects).
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal D3, D3, M2
including English, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as other arts and humanities subjects).
English language requirements
English Language Requirements https://www.ncl.ac.uk/international/language/#overview
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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