Graduate Diploma in Arts - Classical Studies and Ancient History in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

This adaptable diploma offers an opportunity to pursue Arts courses after completing a degree, serving as a stepping stone to postgraduate education. If you hold a degree and wish to explore Arts subjects, this program could be ideal. The diploma allows you to prepare for postgraduate studies by selecting intermediate and advanced undergraduate courses in your preferred field. It also enables focused study to enhance your current qualifications for personal or career growth. You can build on your undergraduate degree with targeted courses to pursue specific career goals or professional advancement. For those aiming to transition into our postgraduate programs, this graduate diploma provides a practical pathway.

Starting in 2019, Classical Studies and Ancient History merged into one BA major. First-year options include classical mythology and ancient history, while advanced courses cover warfare, religion, Egyptian language, art, gender studies, political shifts, and daily life in antiquity. You'll explore literary forms like epic poetry, tragedy, comedy, and love poetry, examine Egyptian art and religion from non-Western viewpoints, delve into Mediterranean archaeology, or study iconic historical figures such as Alexander the Great and Cleopatra.