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
We're ranked in the world’s top 100 for archaeology.
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2024, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024: 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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Open Day – Melbourne Campus
Sunday 04 August 10:00am
News
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Celebrating student success
La Trobe's School of Humanities and Social Sciences has recognised its outstanding students at its annual prize ceremony
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Archaeology Week at La Trobe
The Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Aboriginal Corporation and La Trobe University will deliver two workshops for National Archaeology Week
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Academics contribute to Yoorrook
La Trobe’ academics recently took part in the Yoorrook Justice Commission's land, sky and waters hearings
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