Overview This major offers the comprehensive study of the history, society, religions, material culture and languages of Ancient Greece, Rome and Late Antiquity. Subjects range from Prehistory (c 1500 BCE) to the early medieval and Byzantine worlds (c 1000 CE). You'll study: events and personalities, from the Greek heroes in the Trojan war, through the rulers and citizens of Rome and its empire, to the makers of medieval Europe and the last Emperors of Byzantium. the cultural patterns and traditions that inform our understanding of the ancient world. The program takes a critical, interdisciplinary approach to a broad range of material and textual remains. KEY FEATURES Gain the knowledge and skills to work in diverse fields, and the capacity to engage in higher degree research. Learn how to use literary texts, papyri, inscriptions, coins, art and archaeological evidence to reconstruct the ancient world. Take part in archaeological fieldwork. Study the languages of Greece, Rome, and the Late Antique world. SUITABLE FOR Students with an interest in the Roman Empire, Ancient Greek history, Byzantium. Career Opportunities A Macquarie course can set your dream career in motion. PROFESSIONS archivist art consultant collections officer cultural adviser diplomat gallery or museum curator historian historical site administrator journalist production/content researcher researcher