Graduate Certificate of Ancient History

Program Overview

The program prepares graduates for careers in teaching, research, and other fields, and provides opportunities to learn ancient languages and access a world-class history museum. Ranked #1 in Australia for ancient history, the program offers flexible study options and a pathway to further research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate of Ancient History at Macquarie University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the development and interactions of past societies worldwide.

Careers:

The program prepares graduates for various career paths, including:

• Teachers seeking professional development and knowledge
• Individuals seeking advanced training and a pathway to a PhD

Other:

• The program offers the opportunity to learn an ancient language, such as Ancient Greek, Coptic, Egyptian Hieroglyphs, Hebrew, or Latin.
• Students can study on campus or online, allowing them to balance their studies with work or family commitments.
• The program provides access to the university's new purpose-built history museum, which houses 18,000 objects from 65,000 BCE to modern day.
• Macquarie University is ranked #1 in Australia for ancient history by QS World Uni Rankings by Subject, 2022.
• The program offers a first global research pathway via the Master of Research.
• The program provides multimode learning and teaching, allowing students to study on campus, online, or a combination of both.