Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Ancient History
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Ancient History
Summary In the Bachelor of Commerce, you’ll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to commerce and business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth and specialisation in your chosen discipline. You’ll also acquire a set of sought-after employability skills – data…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
In the Bachelor of Commerce, you’ll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to commerce and business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth and specialisation in your chosen discipline. You’ll also acquire a set of sought-after employability skills – data literacy, business analysis, teamwork, communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, critical thinking and a global mindset, among others – all key competencies that today’s top employers regard extremely highly. 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.
Key features
Undertake professional experiences with leading industry partners
Complete a virtual internship in first year, an employability unit in second year and a work-integrated opportunity in third year. Undertake a unique interdisciplinary capstone unit
Enhance your employability skills by working in a mixed-major team to solve a sustainability challenge. 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.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Academic
Archivist
Auditor
Business or venture analyst
Collections officer
Conservation consultant
Consultant
Cultural heritage specialist
Cybersecurity analyst
Economist
Gallery or museum curator
Historian
Information systems coordinator
Journalist
Marketing consultant
Museum education officer
Stockbroker
Superannuation adviser or analyst
Taxation specialist
Tourism and travel consultant
Employers
Banks and financial institutions
Business analysis firms
Cultural and heritage organisations
Diplomatic and consular agencies
Government agencies and departments
Human resource consultancies
Libraries
Market research firms
Marketing and public relations firms
Multinational corporations
Museums
Private and public-sector organisations
Schools
Stockbroking and investment companies
Superannuation and insurance firms
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.
