School of Humanities and Social Sciences
We specialise in the human experience – from its earliest beginnings to the latest developments in society, politics and culture.
Our teaching programs broaden students’ intellectual horizons, strengthen their career prospects and improve the societies they serve.
Global experiences
Build your skills through overseas study you’ll never forget.
Read more about La Trobe's study tours and exchange programs
Top 250 globally
We're ranked in the world’s top 250 for social sciences.
Times Higher Education (THE), 2025, University Rankings 2025 by subject: Social Science
Explore Arts
Turn your passion into a profession with a choice of over 40 majors, minors and electives for Arts.
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Events
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Open Day – Melbourne Campus
Sunday 03 August 10:00am
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Open Day – Shepparton Campus
Sunday 10 August 09:00am
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Open Day – Mildura Campus
Wednesday 13 August 03:00pm
News
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A passion for the arts
Bachelor of Visual Arts student, Eleanor Jones, was inspired to study visual art by her high school teacher, a La Trobe alumnus.
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Peter Cook Prize in Australian History
Master of Arts (History) student Shannon Hale has been awarded the Peter Cook Prize in Australian History for her research into rape-related victim blaming in mid-to-late nineteenth century Victoria.
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La Trobe alumni Rebecca Borg awarded Quills Young Journalist of the Year Award
Congratulations to La Trobe alumni, Rebecca Borg, who was recently awarded the Quills Young Journalist of the Year Award.
Indigenous Acknowledgement
La Trobe University proudly acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where its campuses are located in Victoria. We recognise that Indigenous Australians have an ongoing connection to the land and the University values their unique contribution to both the University and the wider Australian society. Find out more