Overview

The Bachelor of Archaeology (Honours) is an additional qualification building on your undergraduate studies. In this course students will undertake an independent research project in their chosen area of interest combined with disciplinary or research-focused coursework. The course is designed to hone skills in research, high-level analysis, and communication, and … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Program of study
36 Units

Year 136 Units
Honours Program36 Units

Admission requirements

Admission requirements
English Language requirements

Aims

This course aims to increase the theoretical knowledge, research skills and applied skills required to develop depth of understanding of issues in a number of specialisations in archaeology while extending students' ability to think, speak and write about archaeological theories and issues in a critically-engaged, and ethically responsive manner and providing students with the necessary knowledge, theoretical understanding and study skills to research and present, both orally and in writing, an extended piece of research.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:
1.
Critically evaluate complex ideas, concepts and approaches in archaeological research at an advanced level
2.
Develop research activities and prioritise work independently
3.
Effectively discuss your research, both orally and in writing
4.
Create an extended piece of research, which includes interpreting and applying ethical considerations
5.
Model your skills in a practical setting

Student progression rules

Failure to complete the course within one year full-time or two years part-time, may constitute prima facie evidence of unsatisfactory progress for the purposes of the University’s Policy on Student Progress. Under exceptional circumstances students may be permitted to extend the duration of the Honours program with the approval of the Course Coordinator.