Anthropology

Honours in Anthropology consists of a 50-point thesis, one 12.5-point compulsory subject, and a 37.5-point coursework component in the combining area of study. Honours requires a major in Anthropology with an average of at least H2A (75%) in second and third-year subjects within the major, or equivalent. Anthropology’s global comparative scope is complemented by a local focus; its unique perspective is made possible by intensive participation in the daily life and language of the communities studied. Contemporary social anthropology asks broad and detailed questions about what it means to be human in a globalising world, as well as providing a critical vantage point from which to reflect on ourselves and others. The year-long course enables you to extend your knowledge of Anthropology through higher level coursework subjects and an independent research thesis with the guidance of an academic supervisor.

On successful completion of this Honours specialisation, students will have:

• acquired a detailed understanding of current theoretical issues in anthropology; and
• acquired an understanding of the history and development of anthropology; and
• develop skills necessary for original research in anthropology; and
• acquire the formal qualifications necessary to proceed to higher degree research.

Students undertaking pure Honours in Anthropologymust complete:

• A 15,000 word thesis: ANTH40008 Anthropology Thesis (50 points) and
• ANTH40001 Philosophy and Scope of Anthropology (12.5 points) and
• Two core subjects (25 points) and
• One elective subject (12.5 points)

Students undertaking combined Honours must complete one of the following options:

• A 15,000 word anthropology thesis (50 points) and
• ANTH40001 Philosophy and Scope of Anthropology (12.5 points) and
• Coursework from the combining discipline (equivalent to 37.5 points)

Or

• Thesis in the combining discipline (50 points) and
• Coursework from the combining discipline (12.5 points) and
• ANTH40001 Philosophy and Scope of Anthropology (12.5 points) and
• Two anthropology electives from the elective list (equivalent to 25 points)

Total: 100 points

Thesis

Note: the thesis requires two consecutive semesters of enrolment.

Compulsory Subject

Core Subjects

Elective Subjects