The Aboriginal Studies Major provides students with the opportunity to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and community. In this major you will be exposed to a range of academic disciplines including history, archaeology, politics, public health, anthropology, media studies and linguistics. Throughout the major you will engage with topics focussed on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities that promote strong cultural awareness, Indigenous knowledges, community development and social advocacy.<\/p>\n
You will study different aspects of Aboriginal societies including, Aboriginal history and languages, the contemporary politics of Indigenous Australia, Aboriginal self-determination and the impact of government policy on Indigenous Australians. This will give you an in-depth understanding of the place of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in mainstream Australia and introduce you to social research methods aimed at promoting local community engagement, wellbeing and empowerment in Aboriginal communities.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Anthropology","code":"MAJOR-ANT-2","description":"
In the Anthropology major you will study the diversity of human cultures in order to answer fundamental questions like:<\/p>\n
What is it that makes us human?<\/p>\n
How do culture and society work?<\/p>\n
What can we do to make the world a safer and happier place in which to live, for ourselves and for each other?<\/p>\n
Taking an Anthropology major will train you to analyse local and global cultural differences and social contexts, conflicts and inequalities, and to use engaged and practical methods to understand and positively transform the world locally and globally.<\/p>\n
In the Anthropology major you will be taught by scholars who work in diverse geographical areas, including Australia, Asia and the Pacific. You will be able to study topics including Aboriginal Australia, digital and online anthropology, kinship, childhood and youth, human-animal interactions, sorcery and witchcraft, popular culture, food and drink, health, development and the environment. You will develop anthropological research skills, learn about ethics and be given the opportunity to undertake fieldwork. The Anthropology major will give you a solid grounding in skills that are relevant to careers in anthropology, local government, domestic and international NGOs, social services and public policy, community health, market research, education and training, native title research, conflict resolution, museum curation and cultural heritage management.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Applied cybersecurity","code":"MJR-CYB01","description":"
Cybercrime continues to pose a major threat, not only to individuals, but also to corporations and governments worldwide. This threat can only be combated by highly skilled specialists with the technical expertise to adapt to new challenges. Our applied cybersecurity major gives you the skills and knowledge to face these challenges, which include safeguarding data and critical infrastructures against malicious cyber-threats. It opens up a world of opportunities, addresses the global shortage of cybersecurity professionals and prepares you with diverse skills across network engineering, forensics and strategic communication. In this major, you\u2019ll be introduced to the basic principles of cybersecurity, look at current practices used to protect organisations from threats, explore models and architectures of the internet and other networks, and study strategies for effective crisis communication. You\u2019ll also build specialist knowledge in information and data security and learn how digital forensic investigation techniques are employed across different scenarios. The skills you build in this major will prepare you to appraise cybersecurity problems, construct cyber-attack defences such as firewalls, examine the roles of protocols and services in different operating environments and perform forensic analysis in a digital environment. Importantly, you\u2019ll be equipped to respond to and manage emerging crisis situations, such as cybercrime and terrorism. Graduate with a broad portfolio of valuable and practical cybersecurity knowledge and expertise. You\u2019ll understand current practices in cyber defence, be able to adapt to evolving real-world cybersecurity problems and have the knowledge to solve those problems. Cybersecurity is one of the most rapidly expanding global industries and experts are sought after in a range of different roles.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Archaeological and heritage studies","code":"MJR-AHS01","description":"
The Archaeological and\u00a0Heritage\u00a0Studies major combines archaeological, anthropological, historical, and scientific approaches to the study of our past. From the analysis of ancient archaeological artefacts to the management of cultural heritage sites in the 21st\u00a0century, within this major you will explore the origin of behaviours that capture what it means to be human, and the diversity and achievements of human societies over the past 100,000 years.<\/p>\n
Along with a global perspective that spans the evolution of the genus homo to the emergence and collapse of complex urban societies around the world, this major has a strong Australian focus - incorporating archaeological, anthropological, and historical perspectives in the study of Australia\u2019s past.<\/p>\n
Key themes studied in this major include archaeological method and theory; Australian Aboriginal archaeology; human evolution; ancient technologies; heritage management; and sustainability, resilience, and collapse in past societies.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Artificial intelligence","code":"MJR-CSE003","description":"
Unlock the future with a major in artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n
Dive into the core concepts of AI, mastering algorithms, deep learning, machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing. Learn how to design and create intelligent systems that mimic human thought, adapting and improving over time. Develop practical skills in software programming and database design, empowering you to build cutting-edge AI applications that are driving innovation in every industry. Prepare to lead in a world where AI is transforming the way we live, work, and connect.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Asian studies","code":"MAJOR-AST-2","description":"
In the Asian Studies major you will examine Asia\u00a0and Australia\u2019s engagement with Asia from interdisciplinary perspectives, including sociology, anthropology, politics, history, linguistics and literary studies. You can choose from a wide range of subjects, taught in English, that explore different aspects of the diverse societies, histories, popular cultures and traditions of the Asian region. You will also have the option to study an Asian language alongside this major. As part of the Asian Studies major, you are encouraged to undertake in-country study via one of the exchange programs with La Trobe\u2019s partner universities in Asia (e.g., China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam).<\/p>\n
By learning about Asia, you will be well equipped to interact with Asia and Asian cultures and communities, which is an asset for Australians in the 21st\u00a0century and can lead to a wide range of employment opportunities.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Biochemistry","code":"MAJOR-BCH-1","description":"
If you're driven by a curiosity to understand cells and organisms at the molecular scale, La Trobe\u2019s Biochemistry major is your gateway to exploring the fundamental processes that underpin life itself. Biochemistry describes all molecular and cellular aspects of life as we know it, from the simplest bacteria and viruses, to plants and crops, to humans. Advances in Biochemistry furthermore are pivotal to understanding diseases such cancer, neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases,\u00a0and play a crucial role in the development of new therapeutic drugs and vaccines.<\/p>\n
You will learn how to apply scientific reasoning, laboratory skills and critical thinking, to develop creative solutions to complex, real-world challenges. Upon graduation, you'll be equipped to make significant contributions to fields and industries such as biomolecular research,\u00a0 pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or potential gain entry into further postgraduate courses.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Botany","code":"MAJOR-BOT-1","description":"
Explore the intersection between plants and society. You\u2019ll learn about plant ecology, physiology, reproduction and biotechnology while building skills in project design, data collection and analysis. Botany is vital to dealing with environmental issues, the sustainable food supply and the management of our natural resources.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Chemistry","code":"MAJOR-CHEM","description":"
When you understand chemistry, you understand the very building blocks of nature. Learn how atoms and molecules come together to form all types of matter and how to create new substances. The skills you gain both in and out of the laboratory will equip you for a diverse range of careers.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Chinese studies beginners","code":"MJR-CHIB01","description":"\n\n\nDevelop a multidisciplinary understanding of the world through one of the world\u2019s great languages.
In this major, you'll develop beginner level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Chinese, while also developing an understanding of Chinese culture and civilisation through the study of literature, history, religion and philosophy.\u00a0\n\n\n","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Chinese studies intermediate","code":"MJR-CHII01","description":"\n\n\nDevelop a multidisciplinary understanding of the world through one of the world\u2019s great languages.
In this major, you'll develop intermediate level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Chinese, while also developing an understanding of Chinese culture and civilisation through the study of literature, history, religion and philosophy.\u00a0\n\n\n","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Classics and ancient history","code":"MAJOR-CAH","description":"
In a Classics and Ancient History major you will study the ancient Greek and Roman worlds from the Mediterranean to regions as far afield as Britain and Persia. You will learn about the classical \u2018reception\u2019 of Greece and Rome in subsequent societies through the study of literature, art and popular culture and\u00a0study how ancient Greek and Roman cultures have had a profound influence on later societies, including their political systems, art and writings, as well as many modern languages. In this major you will analyse how themes from classical mythology inform modern superhero tales and psychological theory, and how ancient empires and social institutions, such as slavery, have helped to justify both revolutions and dictatorships.<\/p>\n
Subjects available in the Classics and Ancient History major will teach you about gladiatorial games, epic heroes, the afterlife and ancient death rituals as well as Greek and Roman histories, mythologies, languages, art, archaeology, literature and societies. As well as being taught how to read and analyse ancient sources, you will be trained to analyse films, television and other modern interpretations of the ancient world. These textual analysis skills will enable you to better understand aspects of ancient cultures including warfare, gender roles, social status and ethnic identity. Upon completion of this major you will have a solid understanding of the ancient world, as well its importance for later history and contemporary society.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This major spans the period 800 BCE to 200 CE, and particularly concentrates on archaic and classical Greece (700-323 BCE) and Rome in the late republic and early empire (100 BCE-100 CE).<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Creative and professional writing","code":"MAJOR-CPW-2","description":"
The Creative and Professional Writing major allows you to hone your writing skills in multiple genres and forms. If you have a passion for telling stories and using language to change the way we see the world, then this major gives you the opportunity to experiment with the short story, extended fiction,\u00a0creative non-fiction and script-writing. As well as crafting your own pieces, you will learn about the links between creative practice and literary studies and discover how your own writing relates to or challenges literary traditions. You will practice reading as a writer, paying close attention to the strategies other writers use to create mood and meaning.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Over the course of the major, you will develop editing skills in dedicated classes\u00a0with a focus on current practice in the publishing industry and in peer-feedback workshops. Supported by accomplished and published writers, you will finish your degree with a writing portfolio and valuable writing experience.\u202fThrough this major you will gain skills highly valued within and beyond the university \u2013 to write cogently, to adapt style for different circumstances and audiences, to engage critically with language, and to tell compelling stories.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Crime, justice and legal studies","code":"MAJOR-CJLS-2","description":"
The Crime, Justice and Legal Studies major offers an interdisciplinary perspective on the nature, role and impact of law in society. The major encompasses general Socio-Legal Studies, Criminology and Criminal Justice and brings together the insights, theories and methods of various disciplines, including Sociology, Politics, Media Studies, History and Cultural Studies.<\/p>\n
The major will equip you with the skills to analyse and evaluate legal concepts, processes, institutions and problems as dynamic and multi-faceted aspects of social relations. The Crime, Justice and Legal Studies major is concerned with the local and global dimensions of pressing contemporary issues. These include: citizenship, the \u2018rule of law\u2019, human rights and social justice, violence and discrimination, victimhood, crime and the administration of justice, law\u2019s intersection with popular culture, and law\u2019s role in social policy and social change.<\/p>\n
By undertaking this major, students will hone skills in research, critical-thinking and problem-solving which will provide a solid grounding for careers in legal research and policy, community work, advocacy, welfare and related fields.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Crop science","code":"MJR-AGR01","description":"
Want to help meet the growing worldwide demand for sustainably produced nutritious food? This is the challenge addressed by crop science: the study and improvement of production of our most important food crops. In this major, you\u2019ll explore the issues set to dominate the future of crop production, including unpredictable water supply, climate change, food security, environmental impacts of agriculture, and the impact of pests, pathogens and advances in biotechnology. Build your knowledge in agronomy, agricultural systems, and sustainable intensification. Learn to advise clients and solve problems to improve crop production, improve profits and sustainability. You\u2019ll develop expertise in plant, land and soil management and understand the science of using plants for food, and how to address issues in plant health and sustainable agriculture. Theory is good, but hands-on experience is even better. This major includes a range of practical learning opportunities in the lab and the field, so you can see first-hand how your skills and knowledge apply in real-world settings. These experiences will give you the opportunity to begin building your network of industry contacts \u2013 something you\u2019ll be able to draw on throughout your career.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Data science","code":"MAJOR-DATA","description":"
Learn how to collect and interpret data \u2013 the language of the modern world. Explore advanced concepts in computing, mathematics and statistics and learn to identify patterns, predict trends and support strategic decision-making that can change the way we deal with today\u2019s challenges.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Digital media","code":"MJR-DGM01","description":"
Digital Media is reshaping modern communication. New platforms and technologies have resulted in new consumption patterns and management, and new mediums mean new ways of communicating to different audiences.\u00a0 The Digital Media major allows you to develop critical knowledge of how technology has transformed communication, as well as delivering practical skills for how to plan and produce digital media projects. You will learn how to write for digital audiences, analyse and plan social media strategy, produce video and audio content, like podcasts \u2013 and pull them all together in multimedia content packages. \u00a0<\/p>\n
In this major you will be taught by experienced media professionals, but also take a cross-section of digital business subjects to help explore how your digital skills can be applied in modern workplaces. In additional to technical skills, the soft-skills this major delivers, like creativity, digital literacy, written and verbal communication, problem-solving and teamwork, repeatedly appear as critical traits for employees of the future.\u00a0<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Ecology","code":"MAJOR-ECO-1","description":"
Examine the complexity and diversity of organisms and how they interact to make the environment \u2018work\u2019.\u00a0
Discover the diversity of plants and animals in Australia and their extraordinary adaptations to their environments. Make your own observations on plants and animals and the complex relationships between species. Explore current and emerging threats to flora and fauna and ways to protect and manage threatened species. Learn to \u2018read\u2019 landscapes, and understand how human land use, climate and disturbance processes shape the living world.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"English","code":"MAJOR-ENG-2","description":"
In the English major you will encounter a variety of literary forms, from the short story to the novel, plays, poetry and memoir and read a wide range of texts spanning some 500 years of literary history from Shakespeare to Alexis Wright. The subjects available to you in this major will help you develop ideas in literary history, literary theory and contemporary critical approaches while also providing a focused study of literary genres, periods and regions. Critical and creative practices are often linked in the English discipline, with understanding gained through one mode sustaining the other. By delving deeply into texts, you will discover some of the complexities of language and the ways in which culture, thought and writing have shaped and continue to shape each other.<\/p>\n
In this major you will be taught to analyse literature in English from around the world, addressing key issues of identity, representation, conflict, desire, authorship and ethics. You will be encouraged to reflect on your own reading habits and to travel beyond the limits of lived experience, extending the capacity for empathy or learning to sit with difference. Reading in this way is a vital means of knowing ourselves as individuals and as part of our wider community.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Environmental humanities","code":"MAJOR-ENVH","description":"
Environmental Humanities is an interdisciplinary major that allows you to explore the relationship between nature and culture, environmental values and ethics, and how humans might respond creatively, collaboratively and ethically to address global environmental crises. The Environmental Humanities, as an area of scholarship, has emerged in response to world-wide environmental crises, and brings together disciplines including Aboriginal studies, history, philosophy, literature, creative arts, geography, politics and law, in conjunction with the natural and social sciences. Rapid environmental change has become a hallmark of our contemporary world. It is accompanied by threats to global ecosystems, species extinction, and unsustainable rates of consumption of the earth\u2019s resources. Scientists may have diagnosed these problems, but their causes are human and their solutions will also be human.<\/p>\n
In the Environmental Humanities major, you will be taught to understand the ways in which humans are entangled in environmental change. You will also learn how to respond to climate injustices and the complex social and ecological challenges. You will also be exposed to a variety of approaches that help understand and address environmental and climate change. Throughout the major you will explore historical, cultural, political, creative, philosophical, scientific and legal understandings of environmental change and can tailor your subject selection to focus in greater depth on the historical, legal or creative disciplines. When you graduate you will have a deep and critical understanding of the contexts within which environmental crises have arisen and have the tools to evaluate and respond to environmental issues and create new ways of living with our environment.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Ethics and social justice","code":"MJR-ESJ01","description":"
Ethics is the study of how we should live, what we should value, and how we can identify the right way to act. Social justice asks us to consider how the benefits, burdens, and opportunities involved in living together in societies should be distributed, to ensure fairness while appropriately respecting individual rights and liberties. In the Ethics and Social Justice major you will acquire a firm foundation in theoretical approaches to these important questions. Frameworks and theories from philosophy, social sciences, politics, gender studies, development studies, and law will provide you with ways to analyse inequalities and understand how they are created and reinforced, and to explore the roles of power structures and social coding of various axes of difference. In examining social justice issues from a range of theoretical perspectives, you will gain a robust conceptual understanding along with experience applying concepts in different areas \u2013 a skill increasingly important in a rapidly changing world. These skills and areas of knowledge will ultimately allow you to question, and seek to improve, social practices and institutions.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"French studies beginners","code":"MJR-FREB01","description":"\n\n\nFrench is spoken on all continents and in various organisations such as the United Nations and M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res.
In this major, you'll develop beginner level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in French, learn how to participate in dialogue, and build your knowledge of French history, society and culture. Through this major, you'll gain access to a vast network of international communication and a rich body of literary, historical and scientific knowledge.\n\n\n","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"French studies intermediate","code":"MJR-FREI01","description":"\n\n\nFrench is spoken on all continents and in various organisations such as the United Nations and M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res.
In this major, you'll develop intermediate level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in French, learn how to participate in dialogue, and build your knowledge of French history, society and culture. Through this major, you'll gain access to a vast network of international communication and a rich body of literary, historical and scientific knowledge.\n\n\n","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Gender, sexuality and diversity studies","code":"MAJOR-GSD-3","description":"
The Gender, Sexuality and Diversity Studies (GSD) major explores how our bodies and identities are categorised and lived out in social, political and ethical relations. In this major, you will examine the complex inter-relationships between sex, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, nationality, class and disability. You will explore the themes, concerns and perspectives emerging from feminist, LGBTIQ, anti-racist and decolonial social movements so that you can hone your skills in critical thinking, effective writing, media and textual analysis, historical and sociological investigations and legal interpretations.<\/p>\n
The GSD major is unique in the way it draws on a wide variety of disciplines. This offers you the ability to explore a diverse range of perspectives and provides you with a breadth of knowledge and range of skills applicable to a range of professional, public and personal settings.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Genetics","code":"MAJOR-GEN-1","description":"
Discover how inherited genes influence our development and health. You\u2019ll gain an understanding of the mechanisms which enable biological processes at a molecular level and develop skills to contribute to some of today's biggest challenges, such as protecting endangered animals or developing new ways to treat disease.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Greek studies beginners","code":"MJR-GRKB01","description":"\n\n\nExplore the Greek language, culture, history and politics from the ancient world to contemporary Greece.
In this major, you'll develop beginner level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Greek. You'll gain an understanding of the evolution of Greek culture in its homeland and the diaspora, including multicultural Australia. Melbourne's large Greek community provides you with a stimulating cultural and social environment in which to observe and practice what you learn.\n\n\n\n
\u00a0<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Greek studies intermediate","code":"MJR-GRKI01","description":"\n\n\nExplore the Greek language, culture, history and politics from the ancient world to contemporary Greece.
In this major, you'll develop intermediate level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Greek. You'll gain an understanding of the evolution of Greek culture in its homeland and the diaspora, including multicultural Australia. Melbourne's large Greek community provides you with a stimulating cultural and social environment in which to observe and practice what you learn.\n\n\n\n
\u00a0<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Hindi studies beginners","code":"MJR-HNDB01","description":"
The Hindi studies major introduces you to one of the most widely spoken languages in the world\u2014a language with around half a billion speakers, the language of Bollywood cinema, and one of the fastest growing languages in Australia. Hindi is the ideal subject for students who want to study Indian culture, religion, media or politics. Hindi also gives you access to the larger linguistic world of South Asia, including competence in Urdu. Knowledge of Hindi is welcome in many professional fields, including media, diplomacy, and healthcare. India is Australia\u2019s 5th largest trading partner, and one of the world\u2019s fastest growing economies, making Hindi crucial for international trade and business. Opportunities are available for you to study in India, where you take courses on Indian politics, society, and history, as well as improve your language skills. Students with no prior knowledge of the language should enrol in beginners Hindi, where they develop competence in speaking, reading, writing and understanding Hindi in everyday social contexts. Students with prior knowledge of Hindi should consult with the instructor to determine which of the intermediate or advanced subjects are appropriate.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"History","code":"MAJOR-HIS-2","description":"
A History major gives you the tools to understand how the world got to where it is today, and to examine how social, political and cultural change could happen in the future. In this major you are taken from the ancient world of myth through to the present day, and are offered a range of geographical perspectives from Australia, Europe, the US, Latin America and Asia. You will address key themes such as the nature of the historical imagination, the rise and decline of empires, mass migration, human rights and environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n
You can choose to explore topics as different as the history of food, the history of sexuality, Aboriginal history, religion and fundamentalism, slavery and human\u202ftrafficking, genocides and the Holocaust, civil rights, and the history of the environment. You'll learn traditional approaches to historical research, engage with visual and popular culture, and gain mixed media skills to produce new histories for the 21st century.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Human physiological sciences","code":"MJR-HPS01","description":"
Explore how the organ systems of the human body function under normal conditions, while exercising, or during disease.
Examine the normal functions of the body from cells to organs and organ systems. Explore how these functions change during exercise or disease, and learn how they can be influenced with drugs. Experience what it's like to be a scientist by honing your data analysis and research skills, and performing your own experiments in practical classes.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"International studies","code":"MAJOR-INS-2","description":"
The International Studies major allows you to make sense of the social, economic and political factors that contribute to how the world works. In this major, you\u2019ll investigate the systems, structures and laws that shape international affairs from a range of perspectives. You\u2019ll develop a keen sense of why the world faces the problems it does, how history has shaped the world we live in, and how policies to address the greatest global challenges are developed and can be improved. You\u2019ll study subjects about security, economics, slavery, human trafficking, migration, development, international law, international organisations, foreign policy and modern Asia, and you will be strongly supported to study a language, experience the world through overseas study tours, and undertake internships.<\/p>\n
The La Trobe International Studies major is taught by world-leading academics who have extensive experience in many areas including the real world of policy-making, international development, and international negotiations. Industry and community leaders will regularly present in your classes, giving you the opportunity to develop your networks. An International Studies major will provide you with the knowledge required to tackle major global challenges, including climate change, war, terrorism, poverty, and inequality. It will also help you understand cultural and political differences and similarities across the world, which is crucial to working effectively internationally. When you complete this major, you\u2019ll have the skills and knowledge required to establish a career dealing with international issues or working internationally.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Italian studies beginners","code":"MJR-ITAB01","description":"
Build your communication skills in Italian, and learn about one of the world's major cultures.
In this major, you'll develop beginner level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Italian. You'll learn how to analyse films, literature, popular culture, historical events and media, while exploring Italian language, culture and history. You'll also be encouraged to apply for in-country study programs in Italy during your degree.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Italian studies intermediate","code":"MJR-ITAI01","description":"
Build your communication skills in Italian, and learn about one of the world's major cultures.
In this major, you'll develop intermediate level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Italian. You'll learn how to analyse films, literature, popular culture, historical events and media, while exploring Italian language, culture and history. You'll also be encouraged to apply for in-country study programs in Italy during your degree.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Japanese studies beginners","code":"MJR-JPNB01","description":"
Build your competence in the modern Japanese language while exploring Japanese society, civilisation and culture.
In this major, you'll develop beginner level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Japanese. You'll be taught by enthusiastic staff who specialise in sociology and anthropology, politics, minorities, gender, popular culture, education and language studies, and more.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Japanese studies intermediate","code":"MJR-JPNI01","description":"
Build your competence in the modern Japanese language while exploring Japanese society, civilisation and culture.
In this major, you'll develop intermediate level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Japanese. You'll be taught by enthusiastic staff who specialise in sociology and anthropology, politics, minorities, gender, popular culture, education and language studies, and more.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Linguistics","code":"MAJOR-LIN-2","description":"
The Linguistics major will provide you with a deeper understanding of language as a primary part of human communication, cognition and culture. Through the Linguistics major, you will explore the many facets of language and develop the tools required to analyse specific language-related issues in detail. You will explore the building blocks of language and have the opportunity to discover how languages differ in structure (i.e. their sound systems, word-formation processes, and grammatical constructions), expression of meaning and acquisition. You will also consider the cultural and artistic uses of languages and the comparison of oral, written, and signed languages. In this major, you will work with linguistic data from a range of languages and apply theory to real life interactions.<\/p>\n
You will work with staff from across the globe who have expertise in a wide range of linguistic and language areas including Australian Aboriginal languages, English (including Australian and other varieties of English), European languages, and the languages of China, South East Asia and South Asia.<\/p>\n
A major in Linguistics provides you with important knowledge in contexts where skilled language use is required, such as professional writing, marketing and the law. You will also acquire creative problem-solving skills and detail-focused analysis, which are widely applicable to a range of future careers.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Mathematics","code":"MAJOR-MAT-H","description":"
Learn the universal language of mathematics. You\u2019ll explore mathematical concepts, learn how to formulate and model abstract problems and build skills in problem solving, clear thinking and communication. Math is used for analysis, forecasting and modelling and plays a vital role in today\u2019s information and technological age.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Microbiology","code":"MAJOR-MIC-1","description":"
Discover the invisible world of microorganisms and how they affect our lives. You\u2019ll learn how bacteria and other microbes influence global warming, maintain the environment, help produce food and also impact our health through disease, drug resistance and waste control.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Philosophy","code":"MAJOR-PHI-3","description":"
In the Philosophy major you will explore fundamental human questions that can help us explore ourselves and our world. If you have ever puzzled over why some actions or scenarios seem right and others seem wrong, or if you would like to explore what makes a belief in gravity more sensible than a belief in Santa Claus, then our Philosophy major is for you. Big and complex questions often have more than one answer, and you will be trained to think rationally, creatively, and fairly. This makes the skills acquired in a Philosophy major broadly applicable, and these are human-skills that are not able to be replaced by machines.<\/p>\n
In the Philosophy major you can explore topics such as what human freedom is, whether and how we can know our world (including knowledge of god), how we might resolve disagreement about what should be done, and what it might mean to lead a good life in our changing world.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Physics","code":"MAJOR-PHY","description":"
Want to explore a discipline that will let you unlock the secrets of the small and invisible? Study physics at La Trobe alongside excellent research teams in exciting laboratories. You\u2019ll become part of our proud history of materials and optical physics and join a collegial and warm environment.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Politics","code":"MAJOR-POL-2","description":"
The Politics major will train you to look at how power is used in different systems of government, at the way states relate to one another in the international system, and at the relationships between local, national and global institutions and how they operate. In this major you will compare the various institutions, processes, beliefs and cultures that societies have developed for settling conflict, ordering priorities and distributing wealth. By its nature, politics is an argumentative discipline, so you will learn how to navigate competing arguments and weigh up competing accounts of what actually happens with what ought to happen.<\/p>\n
Undertaking a Politics major at La Trobe will connect you to experts in political theory, nationalism, democracy and democratisation, as well as Australian politics and institutions, international relations of the Asia-Pacific, and the politics of modern China, Russia and Southeast Asia.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Psychological science","code":"MJR-PSY01","description":"
Discover psychology using a scientific approach. In this fascinating major, you\u2019ll deepen your understanding of how people think, behave and relate to one another. Expand your understanding of psychological health and illness, while learning how to assess psychological functioning in individuals.<\/p>\n
Explore how culture and society can shape our experiences and health choices. You\u2019ll investigate how our thoughts, feelings and behaviours are influenced by other people and you\u2019ll learn how to use statistical techniques to understand the differences between groups of people.<\/p>\n
Investigate a range of evidence-based psychological interventions and develop your research skills by conducting an in-depth investigation into an area of psychology. Throughout your studies, you\u2019ll build practical skills in analysis, evaluation and communication. Learn how to apply psychological theory and research to real-world individuals and their communities.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll learn:<\/p>\n
Note.<\/em>\u00a0This major is not accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).<\/p>","streams":["arts","science"]},{"name":"Sociology","code":"MAJOR-SOC-2","description":" Discover what unites and divides us, how we shape and navigate our shared social worlds, and how we can meaningfully change society for the better.\u00a0<\/p>\n Gain the analytical and conceptual skills needed to diagnose today\u2019s complex social problems from a range of perspectives. See the world in new ways by exploring topics like contemporary Australian society and popular culture, gender and sexuality, inequality and conflict, migration and multiculturalism, relationships and emotions, health and mental illness, education and work, sport and gaming, social media and technology. Examine social relationships and institutions, while learning how to conduct research, interpret policy and address urgent societal challenges.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Spanish studies beginners","code":"MJR-SPAB01","description":" Develop your language skills in Spanish, and gain a critical understanding of the societies of the Spanish-speaking world. Discover how to estimate the present and predict the future with statistical thinking. You'll learn how to design experiments, collect data and summarise information. Develop skills in predicting and planning, and identify trends from masses of information.<\/p>","streams":["science"]},{"name":"Sustainability and development","code":"MAJOR-SAD-3","description":" The Sustainability and Development major trains you to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It is an interdisciplinary major that incorporates the perspectives of Development Studies, Anthropology, History, Politics, International Relations, Sociology, Environmental Studies and Economics. By combining relevant theory, with practical skills and experience, you will gain knowledge and competency in the sustainability and development sector.<\/p>\n Throughout the major, you will explore social, cultural, economic, political and environmental objectives and consider why the world is imbalanced and prone to power differentials that extend from global decision makers right down to the level of the individual. You will also consider how some objectives are more highly valued than others, for example, should industrial growth be privileged over biodiversity? Or, can clean water and air undermine higher profits and outputs? It is in the interest of all of us to strike the right balance between development and sustainability.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Visual cultures","code":"MAJOR-VCUL","description":" The Visual Cultures major brings together multidisciplinary approaches to visual culture, from the moving image to art history and art theory. Today's world is image-saturated, from art to advertising, propaganda to photography, fashion to film, architecture to graphic design, and from newsfeeds to Instagram. As digital technology expands, more and more people become active producers and consumers of visual culture. In this major you will learn how visual meaning is socially, politically and culturally constructed and received in the past and the present. Explore the scientific study of animals, from individuals and populations to species and ecosystem level.\u00a0 An arts\/science degree builds your knowledge and skills across creative and technical areas to expand your career prospects in fields such as environmental science, humanities, research, health and social sciences.<\/p> Your arts and science studies are divided equally across this four-year double degree, giving you the opportunity to explore topics from both disciplines that reflect your interests and goals. Choose from arts subjects like anthropology, languages, archaeological and heritage studies or philosophy and combine these with studies in scientific areas such as botany, microbiology, data science, zoology and more.<\/p> Throughout your arts and science subjects, you'll have access to purpose-built teaching and research facilities and work alongside some of Australia's leading educators. Subjects across both our arts and science disciplines offer a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, giving you the skills you need to adapt to today's changing jobs landscape.<\/p> Build skills in problem-solving, communication and collaboration \u2013 all highly sought after by employers \u2013 then use these skills to come up with innovative solutions to real-world problems. Whether it's protecting endangered animals, discovering new ways to treat disease, shaping the political landscape, fighting climate change, or addressing global challenges, you'll be ready to pursue your dream career by tailoring your double degree with a mix of majors, minors and electives.<\/p> You'll learn:<\/p> The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": " This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.<\/p>", "prerequisite": " VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.<\/span> Applicants [[can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying]]. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.<\/p><\/li> You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:<\/p> Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page<\/a> page for further information.<\/p><\/li> Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition<\/a> webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.<\/p><\/li> Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade. VCE: A study score of 25 in Drama, any Humanities, Legal Studies, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, any Science or Theatre Studies equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. 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In this major, you'll develop beginner level oral, reading, writing and listening skills in Spanish, while also studying Spanish and Latin American culture, translation, literature and film. Your proficiency in Spanish will give you an advantage in a wide range of professional fields.<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Spanish studies intermediate","code":"MJR-SPAI01","description":"\n\n\nDevelop your language skills in Spanish, and gain a critical understanding of the societies of the Spanish-speaking world.
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The Visual Cultures major will provide you with theoretical and analytical skills to critically interpret and write about images and objects. You will be trained to shape, transform and engage with contemporary visual culture, exhibitions and museum practices, and to work in the arts industry, education, and the GLAM sector (Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museums).<\/p>","streams":["arts"]},{"name":"Zoology","code":"MAJOR-ZOO-1","description":"
Learn the ecology, behaviour, physiology, development and origin of animals, and examine how they interact with their environment. Discover topics such as animal physiology, behaviour and reproduction, Australian fauna and ecology, and endangered species biology. Gain hands-on experience through field course opportunities and access to our on-campus wildlife sanctuary.\u00a0<\/p>","streams":["science"]}], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": true, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": {"120":["Diploma of Science"],"240":["Associate Degree in Science"]} }, "startDates": "Semester 1 (March 2027), Semester 2 (July 2027)", "duration": "4 years full-time or part-time equivalent", "prerequisite": "English; Other (Please refer to admission requirements<\/a> for details)", "courseDescription": "
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Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the La Trobe University Prerequisites<\/a> page.
Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC.<\/p><\/li>
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Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript to VTAC.<\/p><\/li>