Anthropology at undergraduate level is the study of human culture in all its diversity and richness, and employs a broad approach that draws on other disciplines such as archaeology, human biology, linguistics, and material culture studies. Anthropologists study the cultures and societies of the past few centuries, ranging from small-scale indigenous peoples, to the modern capitalist world system with all the globalising processes it has set in motion. The main aims of the Honours year are: To enable students with an adequate background in Anthropology to pursue further study in one specialist area in more depth than is possible with a pass degree To enhance students' capacity for independent research and to acquire research skills appropriate to their area of specialisation. To train to a standard sufficient for enrolment in postgraduate research degrees, and for a specialist career. Achievement of first class or IIA honours allows direct entry to a PhD program. Please note that this field has a Semester 1 commencement only.

An Honours year in Anthropology focuses on developing and consolidating the knowledge and skills acquired during undergraduate study, with particular emphasis on utilising those skills in a sustained and purposeful way by conducting independent research. Apart from content knowledge, employers and professionals value both the reliability and capacity for independent work, and the skill at writing substantial reports which are demonstrated by successful completion of Honours.