This major examines the way cultural traditions continue and change over time.
You'll study humans and the societies and cultures they live in to understand their beliefs and behaviours.
Under the guidance of a supervisor, you'll conduct independent research and prepare an honours research thesis. You'll also complete compulsory research seminars, which encourage you to think strategically about your thesis and how you'll translate your skills to the real world.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Anthropologist
- Academic researcher
- Human resource adviser
- Museum curator
- Community development manager
- Cultural heritage consultant
“Through my study in the honours program I was able to move into my current position as an anthropologist with The Central Land Council based in the small town of Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory.”
Andrew FaheyGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Anthropology
“Through my study in the honours program I was able to move into my current position as an anthropologist with The Central Land Council based in the small town of Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory.”
Andrew FaheyGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Anthropology
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How you'll learn
In 2022, we'll be teaching on campus, with online options (for most programs and plans) for students who can't attend in person. See the list of programs and plans you can't commence online.
Course delivery modes may change in future semesters.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Overseas study
- Research experience
- Fieldwork
- Seminars
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Social Science Honours Research Seminar 1
- Social Science Honours Research Seminar 2
- Honours Research Thesis
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