Course Summary

Explore the civilisations that gave birth to the thinking of Aristotle and Cicero, and the philosophies they were fundamental in developing. **Classical Civilisation** You'll discover Ancient Greece and Rome through their: - political and social structures - art and visual culture - religion and social life Take the opportunity to learn ancient Greek and/or Latin. Both complete beginners and established learners welcome. **Philosophy** You'll cover the traditional areas of ethics, reasoning and logic. And see how these feed into contemporary interests such as social philosophy and environmental ethics. You'll also be able contrast with non-Western philosophical traditions as they developed in India and China. **Different subjects - complementary themes** No previous knowledge of either subject is needed. Our first year gives everyone a common standard of knowledge and skills. Later years provide options to explore widely. You can pick individual topics that grab your attention or follow a theme that complements both subjects, such as: - what it meant to be a man in Greece and Rome and how gender operates in today's society - Greek and Roman painting and the philosophy of art **Combine with other subjects** You can also combine Classical Civilisation and Philosophy with other subjects with our Liberal Arts BA.

Course Details - Modules

The first year ensures everyone has the same foundations in both subjects, no matter what your background or experience. Alongside core modules you'll also be able to choose optional topics - deepen existing knowledge or explore unfamiliar topics. Years two and three are fully optional. You can balance your studies equally between both subjects or bias towards a particular interest as you learn more. you have a free choice of modules split equally between the two subjects. You can carry on with a particular topic from year one, or investigate something new as your interests develop. A final year dissertation is an opportunity to bring both subjects together in an extended piece of work. We've got work experience opportunities as part of the course in addition to other placement and volunteering opportunities via the Nottingham Advantage Award. You can also spend time overseas through the Study Abroad programme.

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 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: QV85

Institution code: N84

Campus Name: University Park Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA and above.

Pass access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at level 3. Of the 45 level 3 credits at least 30 should be achieved at distinction.

including Scottish Highers AAABB.

Considered on an individual basis. Please contact the school for further information.

Considered on an individual basis. Please contact the school for further information.

Considered on an individual basis. Please contact the school for further information.

plus grades AB at A level.


European Baccalaureate - 80% overall GCSE requirements - English grade c ( numeric grade 4)

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 55%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 90%

Go onto work and study: 100%

Fees and funding

Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
EU 20000.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
International 20000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD

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