Study human social behaviour and the origins, organisation, institutions and development of human society. Explore social action and social and cultural differences. Learn how we shape our world and are shaped by it. Develop skills in research, analysis, writing, argument and thinking.
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Teaching, social research, market research, community development, human resource management, immigration and work with youth.
We also offer single subject study. Visit our short courses page to find out more.
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:50
Albury-Wodonga:59.8
Bendigo:53.3
Mildura:N/P
Shepparton:61.1
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
3 years
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:55.2
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
4 years
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:62.1
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 4.5 years full-time (4 years in an accelerated program) or part-time equivalent
4.5 years
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:90.8
Bendigo:N/P
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
5 years
ATAR and location:
Melbourne:90.45
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
1 year
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: Anytime
Anytime
Duration: 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
4 years
Location: Melbourne
Start dates: Anytime
Anytime
Duration: Two years full-time or part-time equivalent
2 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Mildura
Start dates: Semester 1 (February)
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Duration: 2 years full-time or 3-4 years part time.
2 years
Learn how you can plan a pathway into your preferred degree, including single subject entry. See also La Trobe University Access and Equity programs which support a variety of ways into undergraduate study for applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage.
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.
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.
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