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University of Western Australia - From Myth to History

This unit introduces students to the techniques of historical study and the interpretation of sources, both written and archaeological. Its principal focus is on the early history of ancient Greece, beginning with the Bronze Age, the Trojan War and Greek settlement overseas (including Egypt). Students have an opportunity to become familiar with the Homeric poems, and with the early sections of the work of Herodotus, the 'Father of History'.
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University of Western Australia - Julians and Julio-Claudians

This unit provides an introduction to Roman history at one of its most exciting and significant periods—the establishment and expansion of the Roman Empire under the successors of the first Emperor Augustus in the first century AD, beginning with the accession of the much reviled Tiberius and ending with the reign of Nero. In addition to the political and administrative history of the time, when the Republican constitution was finally replaced by an autocratic and despotic quasi-monarchical regime, the unit also explores Roman society, slavery, famous and infamous Roman women and the rise of Christianity.
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University of Western Australia - Glory and Grandeur

In the broad sweep of history, a handful of periods and cultures are of outstanding importance. Among these, the civilisations of the ancient Greeks and Romans stand out as times of remarkable achievements and significant technological advances in which many of the foundations of the modern world were laid by such charismatic figures as Homer, Socrates, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Jesus Christ. During these two millennia the Greeks spread abroad and settled in numerous places around the Mediterranean, the foundations of modern democracy were laid and the Roman Empire subsequently came to rule over most of the civilised world, in what has been called 'the boundless grandeur of the Roman peace'. Students are given an outline of the history of this period and are encouraged to achieve an understanding of the processes by which they can study it today from the written and archaeological evidence. Topics include urbanisation, political and social development, warfare and religion, and the enduring legacy of the period. The unit is an excellent basis for further study in ancient history and provides a good background for studies in archaeology, European studies, history and philosophy.
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University of Western Australia - Myth: From Creation to Death

This unit begins from the earliest creation myths and examines the development of Greek and Roman myth in literature and in art. It explores not only the development of famous myths, such as those of Oedipus and of the Trojan war, but also certain themes underlying many of the myths—themes such as civilisation, family relations, sex, art and death. The unit includes study of the modern use of myth and of the chief modern attempts to explain it.
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University of Western Australia - Emergence of Greece

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University of Western Australia - Age of Thucydides

This unit begins with the study of Thucydides' aims and historical principles. It continues with Thucydides' profound analysis of the causes and effects of the Peloponnesian War and in particular the constitutional changes and political revolution induced by the stress of war. Particular attention is given to the historical techniques of Thucydides and the great speeches he places in the mouths of his characters, in particular Pericles' Funeral Oration and the Melian Dialogue. The unit also covers the evolution of political thought in the period, particularly the interplay between democracy and oligarchy and the impact of the sophistic movement. It deals with the land and naval warfare of the period, and touches on the emergence of medical science in the context of the great plague of Athens.
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University of Western Australia - Greek Archaeology

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University of Western Australia - Roman Archaeology

This unit gives a survey and explanation of the archaeology of the Roman world from London through Rome to Alexandria, from Morocco to Armenia. The unit ranges widely, encompassing all the physical remains from Rome itself to rural villas and entire landscapes; tools, inscriptions and coins to the finest jewellery; pollen to food refuse. Themes include archaeology and history; urbanisation and urban development; agriculture, trade and industry; everyday life; and the archaeology of warfare.
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University of Western Australia - Age of Alexander the Great

The unit covers briefly the condition of Greece and the Near East at the time of the death of Philip II of Macedon. It deals in depth with the major military, political and social issues of the reign of Alexander, assessing his generalship in the major battles and the justification of his war of aggression against Persia. It also investigates Alexander's relations with the conquered peoples and the degree to which they formed part of the administrative and military fabric of empire. Alexander's claims to universal monarchy and his plans of world conquest are also discussed and there is particular emphasis on the problems they posed for the city states of Greece. Alexander's claims to divinity are also discussed together with his impact on the development of the ruler cult. The sources are studied in translation and the historiographical issues are tackled in depth.
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University of Western Australia - Foundation of the Roman Empire

This unit studies the rise of autocracy in Rome. It covers the period from the formation of the First Triumvirate (60 BC) to the death of the first Emperor Augustus (AD 14).
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University of Western Australia - Ancient Epic

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University of Western Australia - Majesty of the Roman Empire

This unit studies the history of the Roman Empire from the death of Nero (AD 68) to the death of Hadrian (AD 138). A survey and investigation of political and military affairs is complemented by an exploration of the character and transformation of a number of aspects of early imperial history including government and administration, society and culture, and the economy.
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University of Western Australia - Roman Britain

This unit explores the history of Britain from the expeditions of Caesar onwards with primary focus on the early period where both documentary and archaeological evidence are available. Themes include the military and civic history of the province.
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University of Western Australia - Classical Greek Theatre

World theatre begins with Greek tragedy which is also the source of many of the best known versions of Greek myths. This unit examines the development of Greek drama by Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides and the preoccupation of tragedy with myth. The study of a selection of plays deals with the way in which the familiar stories are handled in terms of theatrical presentation and the issues that most commonly arise. The unit is a valuable supplement to units in any European literature.
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University of Western Australia - Greek Art and Architecture

This unit surveys ancient Greek and vase painting from the beginning of the Geometric period to the late fourth century BC, Greek sculpture from the early Archaic period to the middle of the first century BC, Greek architecture of the Archaic and Classic periods and Greek coinage from its beginning until the Hellenistic Age.
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University of Western Australia - Roman Art and Architecture

This unit gives a survey of Roman art, covering sculpture from the late Republic to the Arch of Constantine and the Column of Arcadius, wall painting and mosaics, particularly those of Pompeii and Herculaneum, from the first century BC to the time of the Ravenna churches, the architecture of the Roman Empire and Roman Republican and Imperial coinage.
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University of Western Australia - Honours Dissertation 1 (Classics and Ancient History)

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University of Western Australia - Honours Dissertation 2 (Classics and Ancient History)

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University of Western Australia - Honours Seminar 1 (Classics and Ancient History)

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University of Western Australia - Honours Seminar 2 (Classics and Ancient History)

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University of Western Australia - Honours Seminar 3 (Classics and Ancient History)

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University of Western Australia - Honours Seminar 4 (Classics and Ancient History)

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University of Western Australia - Human Technology: Debating Communication

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University of Western Australia - Introductory Research and Information Skills for Arts [IRIS—Arts]

This compulsory online, self-paced unit (IRIS) provides an introduction to the skills needed to find and use information effectively and efficiently when studying in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. Students must complete IRIS by the end of mid-semester break in their first semester of enrolment in the Faculty. Topics include how to locate and use library resources, the search process and search strategies, how and why to reference work, and evaluating online sources. The unit assists students to work more efficiently with other units, so early completion is strongly recommended.
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University of Western Australia - Communication and Mass Media

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