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Field of Study

Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Management

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Overview Study details

Develop the advanced research and professional skills needed for a career in archaeology and cultural heritage management.

Build on your undergraduate studies through an independent research project focused on a specialised topic of your choice.

You'll gain the skills to investigate significant questions about the human past while contributing to the conservation and management of cultural heritage places, artefacts, monuments and landscapes.

Working closely with academic experts, you'll strengthen your capabilities in research design, ethical practice, data collection and analysis, project management and professional communication.

Through UQ's strong connections with heritage consultancies, Indigenous organisations, museums and government agencies, you'll have access to industry engagement opportunities including mentoring and internships, supporting the transition from study to professional practice.

Honours is the principal pathway to professional archaeological practice and provides a strong foundation for research careers and further study.

This field of study is available for Semester 1 commencement only.

Highlights

38 in the world for archaeology

QS World University Rankings 2026

1 in Queensland for archaeology

QS World University Rankings 2026

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:

  • Cultural heritage consultant
  • Cultural heritage manager
  • Government heritage officer
  • Heritage site manager
  • Museum manager
  • Historical archaeology consultant
  • Archaeologist

Average annual salary range

Heritage Adviser

$70K–$90K

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Next steps after graduation

A Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Management is the pathway for professional entry in Australian archaeology, being the minimum qualification for research and professional practice.

It's recognised by professional bodies such as the Australian Association of Consulting Archaeologists (AACAI) as a key qualification to undertake independent professional consulting practice.

Following graduation, you could also choose to pursue higher degree research programs such as the Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Philosophy.

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Research experience

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Research Design in the Social Sciences
  • Research Design in Humanities
  • Research Design in Arts and Culture
  • Honours Research Thesis

See courses and program structure

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