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.
We offer students outstanding placement opportunities and exposure to industry projects so that they graduate with workplace experience.
Our scholars are world leading researchers who study the human experience from its earliest beginnings to the modern day, here in Australia and around the world.
OUR DISCIPLINES ADDRESS GLOBAL CHALLENGES AND PRMOTE SOCIAL JUSTICE
Global experiences
Build your skills through overseas study you’ll never forget.
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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
MAKE YOUR IMPACT
If you can't let go of unanswered questions. If you love learning. If you're passionate about the world around you. Then studying arts at La Trobe is going to be your best next step. Turn your passion into a profession with a choice of over 40 majors, minors and electives for Arts. Our courses fit around you with fully online, on-campus and blended study options.
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News
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Record number of New Colombo Plan scholars
Ten recipients given valuable chance to continue studies overseas.
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Iconic fossil may be new type of human ancestor
Study challenges classification of one of world's oldest fossils.
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New Aboriginal Cultural Heritage graduates
Last week, we celebrated the achievements of 15 graduates of the Certificate IV in Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.
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