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Durham University

Classical Civilisation

Durham, England, United Kingdom · UCAS Q820

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Main Campus
Intl. Tuition
£28,500 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
Q820

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Graduates from this programme develop specialised knowledge and transferable skills valued across professional services, the public sector and relevant industry. Career pathways vary by specialisation — graduates are encouraged to explore internships and professional networks during their studies.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Durham is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
21,150
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
33.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
81.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£37,130
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£28,500
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Literature
  • Classics
  • Classical studies
  • Ancient philosophy
  • Ancient history
  • Roman history
  • Ancient Greek history

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
21,150
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
33%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.8/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Durham is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues.
  • The student community is central to city life.

What Students Love

  • Historic city & heritage
  • Thriving student social scene
  • Great café culture
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students21,150
Student-to-Staff Ratio14:1
International Students33%
Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
81%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£37,130
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Graduates from this programme develop specialised knowledge and transferable skills valued across professional services, the public sector and relevant industry.
  • Career pathways vary by specialisation — graduates are encouraged to explore internships and professional networks during their studies.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Finance
  • Law
  • Consulting

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£28,500
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£28,500per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£10,050per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£663/mo
Food & Groceries£243/mo
Transport£69/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,136
Annual living costs£13,641/yr

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