Deakin University
Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAnthropology is the study of humanity in the broadest sense. Anthropology at Deakin focuses on the ways human society creates its communities in diverse cultural settings. Studies in anthropology prepare you to understand and work with people in diverse and international settings. Topics studied include poverty and development, crime and violence, belief systems, health and illness and human ecology.
Delivery mode
Deakin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Current or recent Year 12
- Units 3 and 4: A study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an additional language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Higher education study
- Successful completion of at least two bachelor level or above units (AQF Level 7 or equivalent)
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
VET study
- Completion of a certificate IV or higher in a related discipline
- Completion of a diploma or higher in any discipline
- At least 50% completion of a diploma or higher in a related discipline
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Work and life experience
If you finished Year 12 more than three years ago, or did not finish Year 12, and haven't undertaken any further study, you may be considered for admission to this degree based on your work, volunteer and/or life experience.
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology) will prepare you for the following roles.
Anthropologist
Anthropologists are social scientists who study the development and connections in human society. Their research and studies involve a lot of field...
Academic Researcher
Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen fi...
Cultural Advisor
A Cultural Advisor provides guidance on engaging with diverse communities, particularly Indigenous groups. You might work in government, education,...
Cultural Anthropologist
A Cultural Anthropologist studies human societies, cultures, and their development. You may work in academic institutions, research organisations,...
About Deakin University
As one of Australia's largest universities, Deakin has strong global linkages, world-class research and, most importantly, an educational portfolio that blends the best of campus and digital delivery into a highly supportive and personalised student experience.
