Course overview
Explore what it means to be human and delve into the achievements of human societies over the past 100,000 years.
In this major, offered through the Bachelor of Arts, you’ll learn how archaeologists study materials – from artefacts to scientific samples – to better understand humanity’s past. Gain a global perspective that spans the evolution of the genus homo to the emergence and collapse of complex urban societies around the world.
The Bachelor of Arts gives you the choice, flexibility and support you need to follow your interests and pursue your passion. You can choose from an incredible array of majors and minors in humanities, social sciences, business, health, science and more. Graduate with your primary major on your academic transcript, so future employers will see the specialised skills you gained at La Trobe.
Course record
Majors
Archaeological and heritage studies.
Career Opportunities
Archaeological and heritage studies builds skills in research, communication and critical thinking to prepare you for a range of careers. Possible roles include:
Anthropologist Museum curator Archaeologist Cultural heritage consultant Archivist Tour guide
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 20 in English other than EAL. Non-Year 12 prerequisites Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 169
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- MelbourneVIC
