Bachelor of Archaeology (Honours) 1 year
Undertake an Honours year in Archaeology
Unearth your path to archaeological research.
Take your knowledge of ancient worlds to new depths with an Honours year in Archaeology. Flinders University hosts one of Australia’s leading centres for the study of archaeology. In an Honours year, you will have the opportunity to work with experts on an independent research project and thesis. Your research could uncover new discoveries and enhance understanding of the world both past and present.
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Why undertake an Honours year in Archaeology at Flinders
- Focus on independent research in a specialisation of your choice
- Work with renowned archeologists and experts
- Develop research and laboratory skills with hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art facilities
- Establish links with research students and archaeology scholars
- Prepare to continue toward a research higher degree or doctorate
Your career
An Honours degree is a direct pathway into a research-focused career and is the next step towards a higher degree by research such as a doctorate. During an Honours year, specialise in an area of your choice including human evolution, ancient studies, cultural heritage management, maritime, historical or Indigenous archaeology. An Honours degree offers point of difference in competitive workplace markets.
Potential occupations include:
- archaeologist
- academic and higher education professional
- research assistant
- heritage manager
- environmental consultant
- heritage consultant.
Potential employers include:
- government
- universities
- heritage consulting.
Your path toward a higher degree by research
Studying Honours will provide a solid grounding in research skills and enhanced knowledge to help you progress towards a higher degree by research. Use skills you will acquire in research, critical analysis and innovative problem solving and be a part of new discoveries that will shape our world.
Your path toward a higher degree by research
Studying Honours will provide a solid grounding in research skills and enhanced knowledge to help you progress towards a higher degree by research. Use skills you will acquire in research, critical analysis and innovative problem solving and be a part of new discoveries that will shape our world.
What you will study
Increase your theoretical knowledge, research skills and applied experience in archaeology through an Honours year. An Honours year comprises a thesis, archaeology in practice practical experience and advanced research communications subjects.
You can specialise in a topic of your choice including:
- Human evolution
- Ancient studies
- Indigenous archaeology
- Maritime and underwater archaeology
- Cultural heritage management.
Entry requirements
Entry into one-year Honours is highly competitive. If you have demonstrated academic excellence (a Grade Point Average of 5.00 or above) during your bachelor degree you are invited to apply for Honours.
Whether you’re invited to apply, or want to apply, you will need to contact the Honours coordinator in your discipline to discuss your project and arrange for supervision.
Apply
When to apply
Semester 1, 2022 applications open 20 September 2021.
Once applications are open, applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible, even if you are awaiting current semester results.
Late applications may be accepted however equal consideration of preferred supervisor/project will not be guaranteed.
* Application closing dates may vary by course or College. Further information.
How to apply
Submit your application directly to Flinders University through the online application system.
If you have never studied at or made an application to Flinders University, you can register and submit your application for admission to a 1-year Honours course using the eApplication portal. You will receive two emails once your application is completed: confirmation of application submission; and a second email with your student ID. Note, it may take 1-4 hours for your student ID to be created.
If you have studied at Flinders University within the last 12 months you can submit your application for admission to a one-year Honours course via the Student System. You can apply for admission by selecting the My Applications tab at the top of the page, and searching for your course.
If you studied at Flinders University more than 12 months ago you will need to reactivate your FAN first. With an active FAN you will then be able to submit your application for admission via the Student System as advised above.
Enquire
If you have a question about how to apply, please review our Frequently Asked Questions before submitting an enquiry.
For all other course enquiries phone, email or complete the enquiry form.
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