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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Classics and Ancient History

  • Non-Award

Explore the ancient Greek and Roman worlds at the only university in WA that offers Classics and Ancient History. Classics and Ancient History is the study of history, languages and literature of the Greek and Roman civilisations.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
3 - 4 years full-time
Course Code
MJD-CLANH
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Greek and Roman cultures lie at the very foundation of the modern world and we are surrounded by their legacies - from political theory to sport, from religion to architecture, we are in many ways heirs to the classical tradition. This major combines the history, languages, literature, religions, and material culture of the ancient Greek and Roman civilisations to give you a holistic picture of this vibrant and eternally relevant era. The Greeks and the Romans struggled with many of the same crucial issues as we do: the rise and fall of great powers, the consequences of imperialism, religious tensions, and changing gender roles and expectations. UWA is the only university in Western Australia where you can study this major.

Entry requirements

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
Minimum entry requirements

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

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Admission requirements
For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
Admission requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
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.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Albany

Perth

Career pathways

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

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
If you perform well in Honours, you're encouraged to pursue further research through a Master of Philosophy or PhD. If you're particularly interested in material culture, you might also consider pursuing a Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts (Research).
Further Study If you perform well in Honours, you're encouraged to pursue further research through a Master of Philosophy or PhD. If you're particularly interested in material culture, you might also consider pursuing a Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts (Research).
Postgraduate study at UWA
Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts
Master of Curatorial Studies in Fine Arts

Develop your professional skills in curatorial studies.

Course structure

Level 1
Core

Take all units (6 points):

Option

Take unit(s) to the value of 6 points:

Level 2

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