Macquarie University

Bachelor of Archaeology

Macquarie University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00002J

Archaeology is the scientific excavation and study of ancient human material remains for the purpose of learning about the culture and society of people who lived in the past. It can involve examining artefacts, buildings, graves, inscriptions, tools and other objects. To help them fathom what can appear to be a giant jigsaw puzzle, archaeologists use many new interpretive approaches and recovery techniques, as well as traditional tools and contemporary technologies such as satellite imagery. In the Bachelor of Archaeology, youll explore theories and trends that have shaped the history of archaeology, and undertake study in laboratories and out in the field. Youll develop key research skills to identify and solve complex archaeological problems, and youll be able to show awareness and respect for contemporary cultural perspectives and cultural heritage practices.

Structure

Total Credit Points 240

Subjects

  • AHIS1300 Digging up the Past: An Introduction to Archaeology
  • AHIS1301 World Archaeology
  • AHIS1200 Myth in the Ancient World
  • AHIS1250 The Archaeology of Egypt and Near East: Applying Lessons from the Past
  • AHIS2211 Minos and Mycenae: The Aegean Bronze Age
  • AHIS2250 Ancient Egypt: Culture and Society
  • AHIS2251 Ancient Egyptian and Near Eastern Art: Theory and Practice
  • AHIS2301 Archaeology of Death and Burial
  • AHIS2302 Archaeology and Society: Archaeological Evidence
  • AHIS3001 Material Culture and Museum Studies
  • AHIS3005 PACE: Cultural Heritage and Public History
  • AHIS3241 Dialogue of Cultures in the Ancient World
  • AHIS3251 State Formation in the Ancient World
  • AHIS3302 Laboratory Methods of Archaeology
  • AHIS3306 Field Methods of Archaeology
  • AHIS3000 Capstone in Ancient History and Archaeology

Standard entry requirements

ATAR 80

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Online Campus
  • ATAR: 80
No
  • Online/Off-campus : 3 years
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park International: $118,800
  • ATAR: 80
No
  • Full-time : 3 years

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