Undergraduate
Classics and Ancient History
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The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
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131 UWA (131 892)
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(+61 8) 6488 1000
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Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
Graduates from the Classics and Ancient History program are equipped with a range of critical skills as well as a broad cultural awareness which makes them attractive to employers. Many of our graduates forge careers in secondary and tertiary education, the public service, museums, as well as in a range of creative industries.
Potential career paths include:
- Journalist
- Writer
- Teacher*
- Public Sector Officer
*Postgraduate study required
Further Study
Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.
Find out more information about tuition fees, or visit the fee calculator for a more accurate cost.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
International Student Fees
Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.
Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.6
- 75.5
- 254
- 324
- 14.5
- 280
- 61
- 1130
- 56
- 75
Admission requirements
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
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Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Albany (Regional campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- February, July
- 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
- Undergraduate
- MJD-CLANH
- 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
Christina Gorevski
Christina Gorevski
I joined the committee for the Classics Society where we organise various social events across the year and organise tutoring for students who take Ancient History units. Along with this, my favourite aspect of studying at UWA is making new friends and being able to enjoy delicious food with them on breaks.
Put theory into practice
Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.
Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
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You’ll learn to
- synthesise complex, diverse and often fragmentary material, and develop research, critical thinking and communication skills
- describe the chief eras, achievements and enduring legacies of the classical world, and demonstrate in several areas of specialised study a sophisticated appreciation of specific eras or classical authors
- acquire foundational skills in at least one of the classical languages
Your degree options
This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Philosophy
Why study this course?
- You'll gain an in-depth understanding of the history and cultures of Greece and Rome and, in so doing, challenge and enhance your understanding of the modern world
- By studying Ancient Greek and Latin, you'll gain access to the languages which provide excellent linguistic grounding for modern European languages (including English), as well as the tools to read and translate ancient Greek and Latin texts
- You’ll enjoy unique opportunities to pursue engagement with the ancient world first-hand, with generous bursaries available for travel to Greco-Roman sites
Why take a second major
- Expand your skills - Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
- Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.