Understand how society works and how it came about

Studies in history and archaeology will help you build a rich perspective on the evolution of today’s complex world, and apply your learning to real-time problems.

Our degrees and majors encourage our students to think in diverse, interdisciplinary, and ethical ways about the past, the present, and the connection between them.

We have something for everyone interested in history and archaeology:

  • specialists on the textual record and material culture from the bronze age to the modern world
  • opportunities to participate in excavations and study ancient languages
  • research pathways for upper-level students to conduct in-depth and industry-focused research.

Undergraduate

Ancient history

Ancient history

Learn about ancient cultures with our world-leading ancient history courses.

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Ancient languages

Ancient languages

Study Latin, Ancient Greek, Ancient Hebrew, Coptic and hieroglyphs.

Learn ancient languages
Archaeology

Archaeology

Experience archaeology in our on-campus facilities and on dig sites overseas.

Study archaeology
Modern history

Modern history

Learn about the evolution of today’s complex and rapidly evolving world.

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Postgraduate

Master of Ancient History

Master of Ancient History

Extend your knowledge of ancient history with advanced Near East and Mediterranean coursework.

Learn about our coursework MA
Graduate certificate of Ancient History

Graduate certificate of Ancient History

Pursue your passion for ancient history with the freedom to tailor your course to your needs.

See more about the certificate

Higher degree research

Our HDR students are working on exciting theses with topics across Ancient History, Archaeology and Modern History.

View current HDR projects
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