Ancient Studies
Was Caesar the first populist? Can Harry Potter be regarded as a mythological hero? The Bachelor's programme in Ancient Studies investigates the Classical cultures that lie at the roots of our modern world. You will gain insight in the art, literature, philosophy, history, and mythology of Antiquity. You will learn to conduct solid research into ancient topics and use your historical knowledge to develop a critical outlook on contemporary trends and developments.
Unique profile
Five specialisations
ACASA
Ideal study environment
Is Ancient Studies right for you?
- You are interested in the cultural history of Antiquity and its influence up to the present day.
- You are eager to investigate ancient material and textual sources and want to become a specialist with a broad, critical outlook.
- You are keen to participate in a community with ca. 55 Dutch and international first-year students and look forward to go on excursions to interesting ancient sites and museums.
- You want to study at an interdisciplinary center of expertise on the ancient world, which is ACASA, a UvA-VU collaboration between Archaeologists, Classicists and Ancient historians of both universities.
The Ancient Studies programme draws people from various backgrounds and specialisations, who work together to create a programme that is interesting from many different perspectives. I really enjoy being part of that.Koen Vacano, PhD candidate Read the interview
Find out in 4 minutes what the unique Ancient Studies Bachelor's programme is about. Professor Vladimir Stissi and student Gijs explain.
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- Degree programme
- BA Ancient Studies
- Type
- Regular study programme
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 180 ECTS, 36 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 56704
- Location
- University Quarter