Areas of research & study
Archaeology
The study of archaeology provides insight and understanding into contemporary society by delving into past human culture and activities as they are revealed through ancient language, literature, philosophy, art, architecture, treasure, tombs, and other intellectual and material culture.Classics & Archaeology website
Australian studies
The Australian Centre's interdisciplinary teaching, research and outreach programs are committed to investigating Australian identity and issues of cultural and environmental diversity, with an emphasis on forms of public culture and public space. Under this overarching framework, the Centre focuses on exploring the interactions between Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultures, and examining Australia within comparative and global contexts.Australian Centre website
Classics
The study of classics provides insight and understanding into contemporary society by delving into past human culture and activities as they are revealed through ancient language, literature, philosophy, art, architecture, treasure, tombs, and other intellectual and material culture.Classics & Archaeology website
Cultural materials conservation
'Cultural materials conservation' refers to the conservation of works or items of cultural, historical or scientific significance. The Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation offers postgraduate qualifications in conservation, with the cultural collections of the University providing a an invaluable teaching and research resource, and a unique student experience.Centre for Cultural Materials Conservation website
History
History is a means of understanding the relationship between the past and the present. It is a rich and stimulating discipline, with its interest in the range of human societies through time and across cultures. A historical perspective offers important insights into contemporary society and debates.History website
Jewish History & Culture
Hebrew and Jewish studies have been part of the fabric of teaching at the University of Melbourne since 1946. In order to make available to scholars, students and the public the riches and beauty of the Hebrew language and the Jewish tradition, Hebrew language courses are offered at four levels, from beginners to advanced. At the Centre for Jewish History & Culture, students can explore aspects of the Hebrew language and literature, Jewish history, film, culture, religion, literature, thought, society and politics.Centre for Jewish History & Culture website