The course aims to meet the research and professional needs of graduates with an interest in Australian archaeology and archaeological field practice. It aims to increase the theoretical knowledge, research skills and applied skills required to develop appropriate depth of understanding of issues in a number of related specialisations in archaeology. The course draws on both theoretical and practical material and provides the opportunity for students to apply both the principles and the practical skills developed during the course. Field schools and other intensives are usually held outside of regular semester dates via online option. Learning outcomes Upon graduating, students will be equipped to: enter the workforce as skilled and knowledgeable professional archaeologists; identify and analyse complex archaeological issues; demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of undertaking archaeological fieldwork and employ a wide range of fieldwork methods and techniques in archaeological research; demonstrate knowledge of the major issues in Australian archaeology, conservation and archaeological field methods and practice and be able to apply this knowledge to practical situations; undertake their work as professional archaeologists in an ethical manner; communicate archaeological issues appropriately to a range of audiences.