Single subject — no qualification is awarded on completion. Credits toward the qualifications listed below.
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See CRICOS-registered alternativesThis unit tackles one of the crucial aspects of ancient history – how enslaved people built the economies that powered ancient cultures. You'll discover how successful wars didn't just bring glory and territory, but also captives who became the backbone of entire economic systems. Explore how slavery looked different across various ancient cultures. Examine the complex realities of enslaved people's daily lives – how they fit into families and households, and how ancient legal systems treated humans as property that could be bought and sold. But this isn't just a story of oppression. We'll also look at how slaves gained their freedom and what happened to them afterwards, plus how the growth of slavery affected free citizens too. You'll learn that enslaved people weren't passive victims. We'll discuss the many ways they showed resistance – from small acts of defiance to major revolts that shook entire empires. You'll come away understanding that in the most oppressive systems, people found ways to maintain their humanity and fight for their dignity. This unit will challenge you to think critically about power, economics, and human rights in the ancient world.
Slavery in the Ancient World is a standalone subject at Macquarie University in NSW. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
No qualification credit mapping has been indexed for this subject yet. The provider may still grant credit toward a related award — confirm with Macquarie University before enrolling.
Macquarie University is the awarding provider. Recorded study modes are Online. Typical duration is listed as 13 weeks. The subject is listed at 25 credit points. Eligible students may defer fees through FEE-HELP.
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