While commonly considered a humanities discipline, archaeology is increasingly empowered by scientific approaches and ways of thinking which have revolutionised research into globally significant issues such as human evolution and dispersal, the development of civilisation and human-environment relationships. You will study geography, earth science, biology, psychology in combination with core archaeology courses to develop your skills in scientific reasoning and provide you with strong multidisciplinary knowledge as the foundation for a career in this exciting field. UQ has the largest dedicated number of archaeological science teaching and research staff and is a recognised leader in this discipline in Australia.

With your with highly developed skills in written communication, problem-solving, critical thinking, scientific knowledge and interpersonal understanding, you will undertake research and consulting roles in a diversity of organisations including museums; cultural bodies; government departments; educational and research institutions and in industries where environmental protection and management are key considerations.