Bachelor of Ancient History and Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Ancient History and Bachelor of Laws
Summary Macquarie’s world-leading Bachelor of Ancient History – the longest-running and broadest of its kind in Australia – allows you to immerse yourself in the culture and languages of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds, both on campus and at archaeological dig sites overseas. The hallmark of Macquarie’s Bachelor…
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Summary
Macquarie’s world-leading Bachelor of Ancient History – the longest-running and broadest of its kind in Australia – allows you to immerse yourself in the culture and languages of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds, both on campus and at archaeological dig sites overseas. The hallmark of Macquarie’s Bachelor of Laws is its recognition of the way legal frameworks underpin such global issues. You’ll be challenged to think critically about the law to seek innovative solutions to legal problems – skills highly valued by employers. With the option to combine your law degree with any other Macquarie bachelor degree, you can open the way to an array of careers in legal practice, private industry, government, education and community services.
Key features
Undertake the only degree of its kind in Australia
Study the only degree in Australia offering a full study of Egyptology, Greece, Rome, Late Antiquity and Byzantium. Study ancient languages, and pursue your own research interests
Choose a minor in Ancient Greek, Egyptian Hieroglyphs or Latin, or study Ancient Hebrew and/or Coptic – all from beginner level. Join a distinguished and global alumni network
Become a distinguished alumni alongside leading judges, lawyers, diplomats, executives and public servants when you graduate. Graduate with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Complete advanced law units and independent research in your final year, and graduate with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours).
Career Outcomes
Professions
Academic
Archivist
Barrister or solicitor
CEO or general manager
Collections officer
Conservation consultant
Cultural heritage specialist
Diplomat
Gallery or museum curator
Historian
Journalist
Lobbyist
Museum education officer
Policy adviser
Politician
Public servant
Tourism and travel consultant
Employers
Banks and financial institutions
Consumer goods manufacturers and retail firms
Cultural and heritage organisations
Diplomatic and consular agencies
Diplomatic and consular agencies
Educational institutions
Government agencies and departments
Legal service providers
Libraries
Media and news outlets
Museums
NGOs
Public service
Regulatory authorities
Schools
Start-ups
Tourism and hospitality sector
Universities
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
