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Why study ancient societies and human origins at La Trobe?

Top 200 globally

One of the world’s leading university ranking agencies ranks our arts and humanities subjects among the world’s best.

Times Higher Education (THE), 2020, World University Rankings 2021 by subject: arts and humanities

Practical experience

Put theory into practice with professional placements in Australia and overseas.

Find out more about La Trobe's work-integrated learning and placements

Over 50 majors and minors

Choose your own adventure with majors, minors and electives from more than 50 interest areas.

Tailor your arts degree, combining interest areas in humanities, social sciences, business, health or science

Career opportunities in ancient societies and human origins

Career pathways

Ancient societies and human origins builds skills in research, communication and critical thinking to prepare you for a range of careers.

Possible roles include:

  • Anthropologist
  • Museum curator
  • Archaeologist
  • Cultural heritage consultant
  • Archivist
  • Tour guide

Future employers

Potential employers of ancient societies and human origins graduates include:

  • Heritage organisations
  • Museums
  • Universities and research institutes
  • Libraries
  • Historical societies
  • Tourism councils and agencies

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