Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Ancient History
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
This double degree program combines business principles with ancient history, providing a comprehensive understanding of both fields. Students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills while exploring the cultures and languages of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds. The program prepares graduates for careers in business, government, or academia, with opportunities for study abroad, archaeological digs, and collaboration with renowned scholars.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Ancient History is a double degree program that combines the study of business with the study of ancient history. The program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the business world and the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds.
Objectives:
- To provide students with a strong foundation in business principles and practices.
- To develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- To introduce students to the culture and languages of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds.
- To prepare students for careers in business, government, or academia.
Outline:
The program consists of 240 credit points, which are typically completed over four years of full-time study. The program includes a core of business courses, a core of ancient history courses, and a number of elective courses.
Core Business Courses:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
Core Ancient History Courses:
- Ancient Egypt and the Near East
- Classical Greece and Rome
- Late Roman and Early Byzantine History
Elective Courses:
Students can choose from a wide range of elective courses to complete their degree. These courses can be taken in business, ancient history, or other disciplines.
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Exams
- Essays
- Presentations
- Projects
- Participation
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their fields. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Seminars
- Field trips
Careers:
Graduates of the program are prepared for a wide range of careers in business, government, or academia. Some of the most common career paths include:
- Business analyst
- Financial analyst
- Management consultant
- Marketing manager
- Historian
- Archaeologist
- Museum curator
Other:
The program offers a number of unique opportunities for students, including:
- The opportunity to study abroad at one of Macquarie University's partner institutions.
- The opportunity to participate in archaeological digs in Egypt, Greece, or Italy.
- The opportunity to work with leading scholars in the field of ancient history.
