ANCW30004 Beyond Babylon

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is ANCW30004 hard?

ANCW30004: About average. Makes it easier: Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Comparing the rise and fall of Egyptian, Near Eastern and Persian civilisations using texts and archaeology.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 10%, Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 40%

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Quick answers

When is ANCW30004 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking ANCW30004?
No prerequisites.
Does ANCW30004 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 40% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 10%, Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 40%.
How many class hours a week does ANCW30004 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take ANCW30004 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), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate ANCW30004?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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