ANCW20022 Ancient Greece: History and Archaeology

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is ANCW20022 hard?

ANCW20022: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Ancient Greek history from Homer's age to Alexander's, covering the city-state, democracy, war, religion and literature.

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What you need first

None

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How it’s assessed

Assignments 50%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is ANCW20022 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking ANCW20022?
No prerequisites.
Does ANCW20022 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 50%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does ANCW20022 have?
2 h a week in class
Can I take ANCW20022 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art).
Can I rate ANCW20022?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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