The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Ancient History)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationStudents who perform well during their Bachelor of Arts or equivalent program, with a GPA of 5.0 or greater, may apply to undertake a further year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) study to obtain a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree.
The BA (Honours) is taught in a flexible format featuring disciplinary and interdisciplinary learning and research. All students complete a common core course, and compulsory courses offered by the discipline or cluster most appropriate to each student's area of specialization.
Ancient History
BA Theory and Practice in Historical, Cultural, and Critical Inquiry
The Honours program is intended to develop and strengthen professional skills, challenge students intellectually, and round off undergraduate studies with higher-level independent studies which will be useful in many fields of future endeavor. This course introduces students to the world of international scholarship and advanced research in modern and ancient history.
Honours Thesis 1
HASS4003 is the first part of the thesis component of the B Arts (Hons), the other component being HASS4004. The honours thesis gives students the opportunity to put the skills they have acquired over the course of their undergraduate studies into practice in the form of a substantial project.
Honours Thesis 2
HASS4004 is the second part of the thesis component of the B Arts (Hons), the first component being HASS4003. The honours thesis gives students the opportunity to put the skills they have acquired over the course of their undergraduate studies into practice in the form of a substantial project.
Delivery mode
The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Auckland St & King St, Newcastle
- University Dr, Callaghan
- 77 Holden St, Gosford
- 10 Chittaway Rd, Ourimbah
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission requirements
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants having completed a Bachelor degree in a cognate area with a minimum GPA of 5.0:
across all studies undertaken within the program; or
across a major in the proposed area of study; or
across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists); or
where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.0 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which includes at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists).
In exceptional circumstances, an application which does not meet the above requirements may be considered.
English proficiency requirements
- IELTS overall minimum - 6
- IELTS section minimum - 6
Admission requirements
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants having completed a Bachelor degree in a cognate area with a minimum GPA of 5.0:
across all studies undertaken within the program; or
across a major in the proposed area of study; or
across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists); or
where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.0 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which includes at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists).
In exceptional circumstances, an application which does not meet the above requirements may be considered.
English proficiency requirements
- IELTS overall minimum - 6
- IELTS section minimum - 6
Course fees
$31,130
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Ancient History) will prepare you for the following roles.
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