Graduate Certificate of Archaeology

All applicants:

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

Prior learning developed through relevant work experience or professional accreditation, where it is deemed to be at least equivalent to that obtained through a Bachelor degree, may be considered. In making an offer to an applicant, the University will give consideration to a range of factors, including academic record, English proficiency and/or employment experience.

International students:

English language requirements

6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

After graduation, you could go onwards to further study in archaeology. This would allow you to work in specialist fields such as professional archaeology, cultural heritage management or research. The State of Victoria has robust laws protecting our heritage and, combined with continued government investment in infrastructure, there's very strong demand for archaeologists.[1]

Possible roles include:

• Professional archaeologist
  • Study human activity from the past. Recover artefacts, analyse samples in the laboratory and advise on sites of historical importance.
• Heritage manager
  • Identify and protect sites of cultural importance. Advise government and non-government organisations on the maintenance and protection of historically and culturally significant sites and buildings.[2]
• Museum curator
  • Educate communities about the past while protecting and maintaining culturally significant collections.

[1] Job Outlook, 2021, Archaeologists

[2] Some additional study may be needed for registration in Victoria as a Heritage Advisor.