Archaeology
Introduction
Archaeology is the study of human behaviour through the recovery and analysis of artefactual and environmental traces. Palaeoanthropology is the study of human origins and development through the analysis of biological remains. Together archaeology and palaeaonthropology represent the two arms of the historical sciences that explore past human experience.
Archaeology & Palaeoanthropology @ UNE
Archaeology & Palaeoanthropology @ UNE has a strong national and international reputation for research across a diverse range of areas from the discovery of the “Hobbit” in Indonesia to the investigation of trade and exchange in the eastern Mediterranean. We are also leaders in the delivery of archaeology and palaeoanthropology in distance education mode. Whether you have a passing interest in world prehistory and human origins or are determined to become a practicing archaeologist our undergraduate programs are well suited to the needs of internal and external students. We recognize that study for external students is typically a juggling act between competing demands. For these students our courses are designed to be flexible and motivating to encourage “wrap around study” in relation to the demands of home and work.
For students considering graduate studies Archaeology & Palaeoanthropology @ UNE has a long and successful history of research at honours and PhD level. This year we celebrate 20 years since our first graduate students completed. As active researchers and experienced graduate supervisors we are well aware of the pressures graduate students can encounter during their candidature. We are committed to ensuring graduate success through all stages of the process from initiating well resourced and viable research projects to final write up and beyond! Don’t hesitate to contact one of us to discuss your graduate interests further.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Peter Grave
Convenor, Archaeology