Department of Archaeology and History
We inspire students to join us in building knowledge about our world, and its many pasts, so that we can create a better future.
Our students get real world experience on study tours, in field schools and on location at excavation sites around the world.
World-class research
Our history and archaeology research is rated ‘above world standard’.
Australian Research Council, 2019, Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) Outcomes 2018
Top 100 globally
La Trobe's archaeology subjects rank in the top 100 globally.
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2021, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021: Archaeology
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
Bachelor of Arts Explorer
With our flexible Bachelor of Arts, you have access to a range of majors in Arts and Open Access from across the University.
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Events
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'Asian Studies in Focus' Seminar Series - Ma Yifu and His Understanding of Confucianism
Thursday 01 June 02:00pm
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The Politics of Indian History
Thursday 08 June 02:00pm
News
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Vale Emeritus Professor Alan Frost
Alan was a distinguished academic, writer and much admired member of La Trobe University.
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Five minutes with Dr Nikita Vanderbyl
Nikita is a Lecturer in History working in the Department of Archaeology and History based at La Trobe's Mildura Campus
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La Trobe Presents at Bendigo Writers Festival
La Trobe University presents the Bendigo Writers Festival 2023