Archaeology
Why study Archaeology?
Our Postgraduate program in Archaeology offers students an exciting opportunity to be part of a program that is internationally recognised for its outstanding research and teaching. Students are able to develop an individual program around a common core of subjects. The program will suit students who wish to pursue careers in archaeology in pure research, in public sector heritage management or in private consulting.
Career opportunities
Government heritage manager, private consultant, museum curator, academic.
Courses
Local students
2013
Master of Archaeology
- Duration :
- 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This flexible course is for graduates seeking either to expand their general archaeological knowledge or pursue a career in archaeology in public-sector heritage service departments or private consulting.
- Prerequisite
- Four-year Honours degree with at least H2A result in archaeology, or equivalent.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2013): $13 770 for 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- Mid-year entry (July intake) is also available.
Download and complete a postgraduate coursework application form, and send it directly to the relevant campus. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. - How to apply
- Contact the Faculty for application closing date. Apply direct to the University. July. Please download an application form here. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. To be considered for a fee reduction scholarship, applications for Semester 1 must be received by February 8 2013.
- Full course details
- Archaeology (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.
Fees and scholarships
Postgraduate coursework programs are either:
- Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
- CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.
Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.
International students
2013
Master of Archaeology (040823G)
- Duration :
- 1 year
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 22 750
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This flexible course is for graduates seeking either to expand their general archaeological knowledge or pursue a career in archaeology in public-sector heritage service departments or private consulting.
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- Applicants are required to have completed a four-year Honours degree in archaeology, or approved international equivalent. Melbourne
- Additional information
- There are a number of scholarships available to international students. Please view our website for further details.
There are also a number of support services for international students. For further information please view: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/life/supportservices
Mid-year entry (July intake) is available. Melbourne - Full course details
- Archaeology (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Related study options
Didn't find a suitable course? You could also try these study options:
Your study experience
Other ways into postgraduate study
Contact the faculty office to find out about other ways into postgraduate study.
Archaeology placements
A guide on how to locate and apply for work experience opportunities is available at: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/careers/students/employable/workexp/index.html
Visa restrictions may apply for International students. All students must have approval from Lecturer/Course coordinator.
External Opportunities
The Aurora Native Title Internship Program introduces students of Aboriginal Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Australian Studies, History, Sociology and Social Sciences as well as graduates and qualified anthropologists. For more information and to apply visit the Aurora Project website. Visa restrictions may apply for international students; consult La Trobe International before undertaking work experience. All students must have approval from Lecturer/Course coordinator.
Overseas study opportunities
Available to students of Archaeology, Art History, History, European and Greek Studies, the Classical Association of Victoria, La Trobe University and the University of Melbourne are each offering a scholarship, in association with the Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens (AAIA), to enable three Honours or Postgraduate students to travel to Greece to undertake academic research. For further information please contact Roger Scott, r.scott@unimelb.edu.au or Jenny Webb, jenny.webb@latrobe.edu.au
In addition, there are many opportunities for La Trobe students to study overseas. Students from overseas can come to La Trobe and do a short term Study Abroad program. Some short courses are also available to international students. Short courses are also available to international students. Visit International Students for more information.
La Trobe University Archaeological Society
The La Trobe University Archaeological Society (LAS) is a thriving community for anyone interested in archaeology. The Society hosts numerous events throughout the year, provides support to students and aims to maintain dialogue between students and staff of the University's Archaeology Program and industry.
Student and graduate profiles
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About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences or focus on staff in Archaeology.
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