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Archaeology is concerned with the origin and development of societies around the world through the recovery and analysis of artefactual and environmental traces. Drawing on both the humanities and the sciences this discipline aims to extract the maximum amount of information from the incomplete remains of the human past. Areas of study include our earliest ancestors, to the settlement of the Pacific region and the origin and development of complex societies. We offer specialist training in forensic methods, ancient DNA and the study of indigenous rock art. The method of archaeology is science-based and technical and students will learn practical as well as theoretical skills.
Archaeology can be studied as a major within the Advanced Diploma, Bachelor, Graduate Certificate and Master of Arts, and the Bachelor of Science. Archaeology can also be taken as elective units in a wide range of UNE degrees.
Indigenous Studies offers an array of stimulating units which examine the issues and factors that have shaped and influenced change within indigenous communities in Australia and beyond. Units available cover a broad range of areas including Indigenous Peoples and Colonisation, Aboriginal Archaeology, Analysing Change in Indigenous Societies, Indigenous Health, Aboriginal Resilience and the Arts, and Australia's Indigenous Languages.
Indigenous Studies is a listed major within the Advanced Diploma, Bachelor, Graduate Certificate and Master of Arts. The Bachelor of Social Science also offers a major in Aboriginal Perspectives.
† Course list subject to change.
^^ Please note: not all majors available to all candidates. Please see the Course and Unit Catalogue for details.
At UNE, online study is about the kind of flexibility and support that can only come from a university that has long understood the challenges faced by adults studying from home.
We have three teaching periods (trimesters), giving you greater choice about when and how much they study each year.
We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality.
Online study can also be referred to as 'distance education' (also off-campus, or external study) and provides an opportunity for you to study without having to physically attend a campus.
To make sure your learning can take place when it suits you, UNE provides online facilities which allow you to send questions, submit assignments, engage with other students, order library books, check your results and access other resources, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Studying on campus in Armidale gives you the traditional university experience, with the added benefit of small class sizes and great access to lecturers. Our Academic staff are passionate about what they teach and are keen to see you succeed.
We have affordable accommodation options that put you right at the heart of the action, giving you maximum independence and access to academic, sporting and social facilities.
Our Residential Colleges give you the benefit of academic and social support networks and a rich tradition of vibrant inter-college competitions in sporting and cultural activities.
All of this means that you get every opportunity to reach your full potential and get the very best start (plus some great memories along the way).
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