Course contact details
The Admissions Office, Swansea University
Email:study@swansea.ac.uk
Phone:01792 295111
Fax: 01792 295110
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP
Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year
- BA (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 22 September 2025
- Undergraduate
- Singleton Park Campus
- Awarded by:
- Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)
Course summary
Egyptology and Ancient History with a Foundation Year covers the study of Ancient Egyptian language, literature, history and culture. Studying this four-year BA degree opens up a range of exciting career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers.
You will explore Egyptian art and architecture, ancient Egyptian history and civilisation, archaeology, religion, sex and gender, Ancient and Middle Egypt; Greek and Roman history and society; warfare and empire; and learn a Greek, Latin or Egyptian language.
The Foundation Year gives you an exciting introduction to Higher Education, setting you up with the skills, confidence, and knowledge that you’ll need to be successful on your undergraduate degree. It’s ideal if you need a little more support after Further Education or are returning to education after a gap.
The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BA in Egyptology and Ancient History. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress onto Year 1 of the BA.
You will also have the option of spending a semester abroad during the second year in either the USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore to enhance your student experience and career prospects.
We are based in our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula.
Ancient History at Swansea is ranked:
• 2nd in the UK for Student Experience (Times Good University Guide 2025)
• 2nd in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025)
• 3rd in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2025)
• Top 20 in the UK for Graduate Outcomes (Complete University Guide 2025)
• Top 51-150 in the World (QS World Rankings by Subject 2025)
Swansea University is proud to be home to the Egypt Centre, which houses over 5,000 archaeological objects from the Welcome Collection of Egyptian antiquities.
You can gain teaching experience by leading workshops for the South West Wales Reaching Wider Partnership to enhance your student experience and career prospects or teach beginners Hieroglyphs to members of the local community during the summer.
Modules
Your first year will be spent on your Foundation, preparing you for Higher Education. Topics on this foundation including skills development and introductions to key themes on your degree, including Academic Writing and Skills Development, Critical Reflection and Problem Solving, and History, Memory and the Creation of Identity.
After successfully completing your Foundation, you’ll move on to your BA degree.
In Year 0, you will typically study areas including: Academic Writing and Skills Development, Introduction to Being Human, History, Memory and the Creation of Identity, Critical Reflection and Problem Solving.
In Year 1, you will typically study areas including: Introduction to Ancient Egyptian History, Society and Culture, Age of Empire: Ancient Egypt and her Neighbours, Greek History and Society, Rome from Village to Empire: An Introduction to Roman History.
In Year 2, you will typically study areas including: Introduction to Egyptian Archaeology, Language of the Pharaohs: An Introduction to Hieroglyphic Literacy, Egyptian Art and Architecture.
In Year 3, you will typically study areas including: Classics, Ancient History and you will also undertake a project: Egyptology Dissertation
Your degree with culminate in year 4, with a wide range of optional modules that can include The Archaeology of Ancient Nubia, advanced levels of Greek or Latin, Pompeii and the Cities of Vesuvius, and a compulsory Classics, Ancient History and Egyptology Dissertation.
Assessment method
We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional examinations and essays, examples of alternative assessment include: Essays; Presentations (individual & group); Source Analysis & Skill based assessment.
Throughout your undergraduate Egyptology and Ancient History degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. For full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course page: www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/classics-ancient-history-egyptology/ba-egyptology-ancient-history or get in touch with us at study@swansea.ac.uk
How to apply
Apply by
29 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:
- VV40
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
If you are an International Student, please visit our International pages for more information about entry requirements: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/international/students/requirements/
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff 72 - 80 points
A level CDD - DDD
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Swansea University recognises the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate as equivalent to one full A-Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require a minimum of 5 passes at Grade A*-C, including Welsh/English Language.
Entry requirements are flexible and all offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement.
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
UK applicants who meet course requirements are guaranteed a conditional offer. We assess applications on individual merit. We consider making reduced offers, eg. to Care Leavers or students with extenuating circumstances. We encourage you to disclose any relevant circumstances.
The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales is considered as equivalent to one full A-Level and students can take x2 A-levels alongside this. EPQ students predicted Grade B or above will receive a one-grade offer reduction.
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
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