Research strengths
La Trobe University has identified a variety of areas of research strength, including a number that span faculties and disciplines. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences contributes to these research strengths in a number of areas. To see a video of La Trobe Researchers talking about each these areas, please click on the links below.
Human behaviour and thought
Human morality, early signs of autism, language acquisition and improvements to the bionic ear are some of the complex issues that La Trobe researchers are working on.
Studies of the Past
This video explores one of our many research strengths at La Trobe, Studies of the Past.
Human Society and Organisation
La Trobe's research strengths: Human Society and Organisation.
Health and Society
Explores one of our many research strengths at La Trobe, Health and Society.
Agribiosciences and the environment
La Trobe is at the forefront of research and innovation in Agribiosciences, in partnership with industry and Government.
Human Communication
Human Communication video at La Trobe
In addition to the items above, the Faculty has:
- Strong Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs in Anthropology, Sociology, and Studies in Human Society;
- A vibrant Regional program in Visual Arts and Crafts; and
- A strong community outreach and public engagement in Journalism and Professional Writing.
