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Minor

Archaeological Science

Diploma in Science
Overview Study details

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

In the Archaeological Science minor, you’ll develop and apply your knowledge through a combination of theory-based and practical learning.

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

Future work includes positions in museums, consultancies, government departments, cultural centres, law enforcement, educational and research institutions.

Highlights

1 in Queensland for archaeology

QS World University Rankings 2025

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:

  • Heritage consultant
  • Historical archaeology consultant
  • Project officer
  • Education officer

Graduate salary

Humanities, culture and social sciences (undergraduate)

$42K–$72K

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How you'll learn

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

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials

What you'll study

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

  • Doing Archaeology
  • Science in Archaeology
  • Archaeology Field School
  • Australasian Archaeology

See courses and program structure

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