Undergraduate

Classics and Ancient History

This major combines the languages, literature, history, art and material culture of the ancient Greek and Roman civilisations to give you a holistic picture of this vibrant and eternally relevant era.
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Careers and further study

This major opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

"A major in Classics and Ancient History equips you for a wide range of careers including in secondary and tertiary education, business and commerce, government departments, the media, and public and private sectors in the arts and culture."
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Career Pathways

"A major in Classics and Ancient History equips you for a wide range of careers including in secondary and tertiary education, business and commerce, government departments, the media, and public and private sectors in the arts and culture."
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Further Study

"This major lays the foundation for further study in the classical world itself at honours and postgraduate level, and also in many areas which have been its beneficiaries such as Philosophy, Medieval and Renaissance history, and Fine Art as well as other postgraduate studies."
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Further Study

"This major lays the foundation for further study in the classical world itself at honours and postgraduate level, and also in many areas which have been its beneficiaries such as Philosophy, Medieval and Renaissance history, and Fine Art as well as other postgraduate studies."
Postgraduate study at UWA

Higher Degree by Research Preliminary - Arts

Higher Degree by Research Preliminary - Arts

Gain the research skills required for success in a higher degree by research.

Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this major. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or your desired course.

Domestic Fees

Undergraduate – Commonwealth supported students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
192
Average Annual Fee - 2019
$8,934.00
Typical Fee Range - 2019
$6,566.00 - $10,958.00

Eligible Commonwealth-supported students can use the HECS-HELP loan scheme to pay their tuition fees.

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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.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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International Fees

Undergraduate – onshore students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
192
Total Course Fee - 2018
$161,600.00
Total Course Fee - 2019
$161,600.00
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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.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Cost of living

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers, mature-age applicants and those with previous tertiary study. If you’re interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Secondary School Leaving Certificate (STTB SMA)
  • 8
International Baccalaureate
  • 27
Singapore-Cambridge A-Levels
  • 8
UWA Foundation Programme (UWAFP)
  • 66
Western Australian Universities Preparatory Program (WAUPP)
  • 60
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
  • 270
Trinity College Foundation Program
  • 75
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 320
Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Secondary School Leaving Certificate (STTB SMA)
  • 8
International Baccalaureate
  • 27
Singapore-Cambridge A-Levels
  • 8
UWA Foundation Programme (UWAFP)
  • 66
Western Australian Universities Preparatory Program (WAUPP)
  • 60
Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
  • 270
Trinity College Foundation Program
  • 75
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 80
Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 320
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Admission requirements

To be eligible for school-leaver entry to UWA you are required to achieve the Western Australian Certificate of Education and obtain the minimum ATAR to gain a place in your chosen degree.

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.

English competency

How to apply

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Course details

Combine the languages (Latin and Ancient Greek) with the history and material culture of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds.

About The Course

The Greek and Roman cultures lie at the very foundation of the modern world and we are surrounded by their legacy: from the Olympic Games to the alphabet, from democracy to Christianity and from theatre to the rule of law.
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About The Course

The Greek and Roman cultures lie at the very foundation of the modern world and we are surrounded by their legacy: from the Olympic Games to the alphabet, from democracy to Christianity and from theatre to the rule of law. The Greeks and the Romans struggled with many of the same crucial issues as we do: globalisation, the clash of civilisations, and the decline of great powers.
UWA is the only university in Western Australia where you can study this major.
Classics and Ancient History

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2019
Locations
  • Perth
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-CLANH
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
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Classics and Ancient History

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2019
Locations
  • Perth
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
Level of study
  • Undergraduate
Course Code
  • MJD-CLANH
Full time/part time duration
  • 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])
TISC Codes
  • UWART
Honours Available
  • Yes
Degrees course is available in
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Faculty
  • Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Education - Arts

Christina Gorevski

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Christina Gorevski

Christina Gorevski
I chose to study at UWA because I believe the University can help me achieve my career goals and best prepare me for the future. I decided to do a double major in Law and Society and Classics and Ancient History because they are the two areas I am most interested in. The lecturers are supportive and I enjoy the content – I am very passionate about ancient history, and I enjoy learning about Ancient Greece and Rome. 

I recently joined the committee for the Classics Society. 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.
 

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Arts building and libraries

Arts building and libraries
UWA students have access to the University's libraries, which house more than 850,000 books and over 230,000 non-print items in a wide range of formats, from manuscripts to electronic databases. In addition, there are study spaces around the campus, including by the picturesque Swan River. The UWA Arts building contains a Classics room, with a range of materials.
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Student Exchange & Study Abroad

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Student Exchange & Study Abroad

Durham University

Durham University is a residential collegiate university with long traditions and modern values. It seeks the highest distinction in research and scholarship and is committed to excellence in all aspects of education and transmission of knowledge. The University's research and scholarship affect every continent. It is proud to be an international scholarly community which reflects the ambitions of cultures from around the world. It promotes individual participation, providing a rounded education in which students, staff and alumni gain both the academic and personal skills required to flourish.

Durham, United Kingdom
Europe

Getting good grades while on exchange can really impress a grad school. It demonstrates resilience, hard work, flexibility, adaptability and the ability to thrive under pressure. Doing well at one school, in one setting, in one country is great. Doing well at more than one makes you really stand out. It's also an opportunity to gain the most from your degree. One of the things students often lose sight of is that they are a student – they're paying tuition fees to gain not just a degree but an education. Going on exchange and putting in that effort during exams (and the rest of the year) makes that education all the more valuable. Mackenzie Lockhart, 2014-2015
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Eberhard-Karls University, Tubingen

The Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen is one of Europe's oldest universities. Several hundred years of history in the sciences and humanities have been written here. Today, Tübingen remains a place of research and teaching. In addition to the nearly 85,500 inhabitants, there are some 28,300 German and international students. Some 4500 academic staff teach at the University's seven faculties. Teaching at the University of Tübingen reflects the broad, interdisciplinary spectrum of its research. More than 280 courses are on offer.

Tubingen, Germany
Europe

"The best part of exchange is the people you meet from all over the world. The second best thing is learning to live in a new country with a foreign culture. If you're a language student, it's particularly rewarding that, after all those years, you get to put it into practice and communicate with people. My perspectives have been broadened by my exchange, living in a new country and meeting people from all different cultures; you realise the world's a much bigger place. I can't say anything bad about Tübingen. It was a fantastic place to be on exchange and experience a student town where everything revolves around the students, because we don't have that in Australia." Rosie Blood, Bachelor of Arts - German and Psychology, 2011-2012
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Queens University

Queen's University is a community, 175 years of tradition, academic excellence, research, and beautiful waterfront campus made of limestone buildings and modern facilities. But more than anything Queen’s is people. We are researchers, scholars, artists, professors and students with an ambitious spirit who want to develop ideas that can make a difference in the world. People who imagine together what the future could be and work together to realise it. Queen's is one of Canada's oldest degree-granting institutions, and has influenced Canadian higher education since 1841 when it was established by Royal Charter of Queen Victoria.

Kingston, Canada
North America

"Kingston is an amazing university town. It is beautiful and sits right on a lake. The course content was really interesting and there was more interaction between lecturers and students. I found classes to be very engaging and at the same level or maybe slightly higher than UWA. My advice is to do absolutely everything. Take every new and different opportunity. It's the time of your life." Jaynie Carmichael, Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science, 2013
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