Bachelor of Arts – Archaeology
Bachelor of Arts – Archaeology
Study more than three million years of human history in all its facets. This major brings together specialist units of study such as archaeobotany, archaeozoology, dating methods, DNA analysis, fieldwork, geoarchaeology, heritage, historical and maritime archaeology, human origins and symbolism, Indigenous archaeology, and rock art. You will develop practical skills…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Study more than three million years of human history in all its facets. This major brings together specialist units of study such as archaeobotany, archaeozoology, dating methods, DNA analysis, fieldwork, geoarchaeology, heritage, historical and maritime archaeology, human origins and symbolism, Indigenous archaeology, and rock art. You will develop practical skills through laboratory classes and fieldwork units, with three field schools held each year.
Archaeology is the only discipline that studies all of human history. From 50,000 year-old Aboriginal sites in Western Australia, to yesterday’s graffiti, it’s all archaeology.
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
You’ll learn to
demonstrate essential cognitive and social skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, ethical conduct and working in groups
display essential practical skills such as OHS practices, understanding legislation and ethics, and working with diverse stakeholders
display discipline specific skills for archaeological fieldwork and lab-work
build a professional network with leading experts in archaeology and heritage
Why study this course?
Work with industry, government, Indigenous groups and the broader community to better understand the past and create sustainable heritage futures
Gain a comprehensive range of transferable skills that give you a competitive advantage in the job market
Participate in internationally recognised, research-led, hands-on training in global and Australian archaeology, with access to the internationally recognised Centre for Rock Art Research and Management and Centre for Forensic Anthropology
Gain practical skills through labs and field schools labs and field schools, including specialist training in environmental archaeological sciences not widely offered in Australia
Why take a second major
Expand your skills – Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.
Career Pathways
Archaeology graduates use their skills in a wide variety of workplaces including Aboriginal corporations, government heritage agencies (state and commonwealth), heritage consulting firms, museums, resource industry advisors, universities.
Further Study
Honours is the minimum qualification required to call yourself an archaeologist. At UWA we have honours, masters, and PhD programs in Archaeology. Throughout your studies, you can undertake independent vocational training using the Arts Practicum.
REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian High School (or equivalent).
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic): Overall minimum score of 6.5, no band lower than 6.0
TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): an overall score of 82 or above with a minimum score of 22 in writing, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 20 in listening
Pearsons Test of English (PTE) (academic): An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the other sections
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
