Macquarie University logo

Postgraduate | MAQ-AHIX8320 | 2024

Under the Shadow of Vesuvius: Archaeology in Ancient Campania

Course information for 2024 intake

View information for 2023 course intake
Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
Prior study needed
Duration
18 weeks

Start dates

  • 22 July 2024
View 2023 dates

Price from

$2,940

Upfront cost

$0

FEE-HELP available

Under the Shadow of Vesuvius: Archaeology in Ancient Campania

About this subject

  • On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to

    1. Read/view select textual and material sources from the mandatory primary archaeological sites and commentary in pertinent secondary sources and present the information in a written format
    2. Utilise and reflect on prior knowledge and experience, to apply higher level critical thinking skills, and to integrate and synthesise learning and knowledge of ancient sociohistorical practices from a range of archaeological sources and contexts.
    3. Enquire systematically and use research skills to create new knowledge that can contribute to the field of historical archaeology
    4. Communicate effectively and convey views about the life and times of ancient Campania to different social, cultural, and professional audiences
    5. Demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in professional and personal judgement.

Entry requirements

Others

NCCW (pre-2020 units) AHPG815, AHIX815

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Study load

0.125 EFTSL

This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.

Find out more information on Commonwealth Loans to understand what this means to your eligibility for financial support.

What to study next?

Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following degrees

Macquarie University logo

PostgraduateMAQ-HIS-MAS

Master of Ancient History

Single subject FAQs