Joint honours programs in Anthropology and another discipline can also be undertaken if an appropriate undergraduate preparation in both disciplines has been undertaken. Students applying to enter the honours program from other universities likewise must contact the Honours Coordinator well in advance of submitting their applications in order to receive advice as to requirements and supervision. A document setting out requirements for honours in anthropology is available from the administrator. The BSocSc is designed to meet an expanding need for graduate employment in social science research, community development, public sector agencies dealing with social policy, social research consultancy firms, and the community sector, including local government. Students can study anthropology within the BSocSc degree.
Students can study anthropology within the BSocSc degree.
ANTH106 Drugs Across Cultures and ANTH105 Introduction to Anthropology are included in the approved social science units at 100 level. A range of other anthropology units are also included in the approved 200 and 300 level units in the degree making it possible for students to specialise in anthropology. Admission to the honours program is subject to approval after consideration of the student's level of performance in the program for the Bachelor of Social Science. They are also required to participate in a weekly seminar and to attend Anthropology colloquia. Students intending to enrol in honours should consult a staff member well in advance of their honours application, to ensure that supervision will be available in the area of their interest.