Bachelor of Arts majoring in Archaeology and Classical Studies

Archaeology and Classical Studies keeps the past alive for future generations. You’ll explore ruins, decipher old texts and really get a feel for how people lived thousands of years ago. You'll learn how to spot clues in the artefacts left behind and piece together stories that have been silent for centuries. Whether you want to supervise archaeological digs, curate museum exhibits or make a documentary on Tutankhamun, this degree will encourage your curiosity and set you up for success.Our Bachelor of Arts is flexible and future-focused, preparing you for career success. In the Archaeology and Classical Studies major, you’ll encounter millennia of human resilience, struggle and triumph. Study the Classical world – from Homer to the fall of the Roman Empire, exploring pivotal discoveries and questions in archaeology. Trace the rise and fall of leaders like Alexander the Great and Cleopatra. Investigate the central myths connecting ancient Greeks and Egyptians and their influence in the modern world. Discover the treasures of our Classics Museum collections. Our curriculum is designed in line with the Australian Archaeology Skills Passport, so everything you learn will be industry-informed and relevant to the field. Build practical skills in archaeological fieldwork, from surveying to sophisticated remote sensing and GIS. Conduct materials analyses in the lab and get familiar with the digital tools of the trade. Graduate with practical, in demand skills, ready for employment in heritage industries, mining, archaeology, government, museums and more.