Bachelor of Arts (Major: Archaeology)

The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Bachelor of Arts with an Archaeology Major draws on both the sciences and the humanities to interpret the physical evidence left by humans and their ancestors around the planet.

Practitioners use information from geography, history, mathematics, biology, anthropology, chemistry and sociology. The archaeology Major provides comprehensive training in archaeological methods and theory, field survey and excavation, and Aboriginal and maritime archaeology, with a solid Australian focus.

Archaeology is available as a Major and Minor in the following programs, including double-degree variations:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Arts (Architecture) (Minor only)
• Bachelor of Behavioural Science
• Bachelor of Communications and Media (second Major and Minor)
• Bachelor of Science

Career opportunities

Graduates find employment in a range of areas such as heritage advisors for mining companies and government departments, while positions for Archaeologists exist in the Western Australia Museum and Maritime Museum.

The State Department of Premier and Cabinet and the Federal National Native Title Tribunal recruits those with skills in archaeology for roles determining Native Title claims.

Specific careers include:

• Archaeologist
• Heritage Consultant
• Museum Curator
• Native Title Project Officer with Aboriginal corporations, non-government organisations (NGOs), resources companies or government departments

Opportunities and experiences

You can apply directly to the University and there is no application fee.

To apply, please complete the online application form and submit it with all supporting documents.

If you prefer, you can download a print version of the international application form. The application form also contains questions relating to Genuine Temporary Entrant assessment. For more information, please download the International Program Guide.

• What you'll need to apply

  • Certified copies of your academic basis for entry
  • Certified copies of proof of English language proficiency
  • Certified copy of your proof of citizenship/residency
  • Certified copies of existing Australian visa and/or OSHC (if applicable)
  • Evidence of your ability to pay tuition fees and living expenses while in Australia

• Admissions process

  Our admissions process comprises four easy steps:

  1. Apply – direct or via an education agent
  2. Receive your offer – successful applicants receive an offer via email
  3. Accept - your offer and make fee payment
  4. Enrol – receive your eCoE and apply for your student visa (if applicable), and enrol at Notre Dame