ANCW30016 The Age of Alexander the Great
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Summer.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 2.5 class hours a week
Is ANCW30016 hard?
ANCW30016: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
The rise of Macedon, Alexander's empire and how his legacy has been told from ancient times to modern film.
After it you can
- Explain how Macedon rose to power
- Assess sources on Alexander's campaigns
- Analyse Alexander's legacy in later culture
What you need first
None
How it’s assessed
Presentations 40%, Reports and essays 45%, Participation 15%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 3 students on StudentVIP (2016–2023)
- The topics, from the Peloponnesian War to the kingdoms after Alexander, were seen as interesting, with room to follow your own interests.
- It is research-essay heavy and needs strong essay writing for top marks. The 2016 reviewer found marking harsh and the readings hard to follow.
- In 2023 much of the discussion happened inside the lectures, so students who could not attend because of clashes felt they missed out.
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Quick answers
- When is ANCW30016 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Summer.
- What do I need before taking ANCW30016?
- No prerequisites.
- Does ANCW30016 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Presentations 40%, Reports and essays 45%, Participation 15%.
- Is ANCW30016 hard?
- From 3 student reviews on StudentVIP: The topics, from the Peloponnesian War to the kingdoms after Alexander, were seen as interesting, with room to follow your own interests.
- What do students say about ANCW30016?
- The topics, from the Peloponnesian War to the kingdoms after Alexander, were seen as interesting, with room to follow your own interests. It is research-essay heavy and needs strong essay writing for top marks. The 2016 reviewer found marking harsh and the readings hard to follow. In 2023 much of the discussion happened inside the lectures, so students who could not attend because of clashes felt they missed out.
- How many class hours a week does ANCW30016 have?
- 2.5 h a week in class
- Can I take ANCW30016 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 ANCW30016?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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