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Major

Archaeological Science

Bachelor of Science
Overview Study details

Discover the key developments in human evolution, civilisation and our relationship with the world around us.

Gain experience in surveying, excavation and scientific analysis through a combination of theory-based and practical learning, including lab and field-based research projects.

Examine how humans have interacted and survived in changing environments and apply the latest scientific approaches to study globally significant issues.

Study with leaders who are setting the national benchmarks for archaeology education in Australia.

Combine core archaeology courses with electives and expand your knowledge of geography, earth sciences, biology or chemistry.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for archaeology

QS World University Rankings 2026

38 in the world 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:

  • Historical archaeology consultant
  • Archaeologist
  • Heritage consultant
  • Native title consultant
  • Project archaeologist
  • Cultural heritage consultant
  • Heritage conservation officer
  • Government heritage officer
  • Aboriginal land council consultant
  • Field assistant

Average annual salary range

Protection Officer

$85K–$105K

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Average annual salary range

Research Fellow

$115–$135K

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Next steps after graduation

When you graduate, you'll be in high demand by employers for your advanced technical, communication, independent thinking and problem-solving skills.

You'll have the pick of a broad range of career possibilities in areas including:

  • cultural heritage management
  • forensic archaeology and law enforcement
  • climate change research and monitoring
  • museums and consultancies
  • university teaching and research.

Find out more about careers that started in science

Davina Paterson

I chose the Bachelor of Science for its flexibility — it really felt like a degree I could tailor to my interests, instead of shaping myself around my degree!

Davina Paterson
Graduate, Bachelor of Science
Davina Paterson

I chose the Bachelor of Science for its flexibility — it really felt like a degree I could tailor to my interests, instead of shaping myself around my degree!

Davina Paterson
Graduate, Bachelor of Science

How you'll learn

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

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Research experience
  • Laboratory work
  • Fieldwork

What you'll study

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

  • Planet Earth: The Big Picture
  • Field Archaeology
  • People, Fire & Environment
  • Human Evolution

See courses and program structure

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