BA Classics
About this course
BA in Classics, a classics degree focused on the languages, literature, and thought of ancient Greece and Rome within their broader cultural contexts. The curriculum covers Greek and Roman languages, literature, and ideas alongside ancient art, archaeology, and history. Students spend a significant portion of the course examining Greek and Latin texts, with opportunities to explore topics such as ancient Greek theatre and Latin humour.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB IB: 34
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 30%
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- West Midlands: 15%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 40%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Classics at University of Warwick earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £51,000. The £32,500 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Classics.
What do graduates of BA Classics at University of Warwick do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Classics at University of Warwick?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Classics at University of Warwick?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 170 UCAS points.
Does BA Classics at University of Warwick include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Classics at University of Warwick?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.