Humanities degrees

Choosing the right humanities degree depends on your interests, career goals, and the kind of impact you want to make in the world. Consider what topics excite you and think about the kind of work you see yourself doing in the future. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide:

Anthropology – Ideal if you're fascinated by human cultures, societies, and how people live and interact across time and place.

Archaeology– Do you love history, discovery, and fascinated with past civilizations? An archaeology humanities course may be for you. You can even choose to extend your know knowledge further by choosing to study archaeology (extended).

English literature – A great fit if you’re passionate about reading, writing, and analysing literary texts, and want to develop strong communication and critical thinking skills. At UniSQ, you can choose to study English literature as part of a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries.

First Nations Australia – Designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and contemporary issues, with a focus on advocacy and reconciliation.

History – Explore the past to understand how it shapes the present, with skills in research, analysis, and storytelling.

International relations – Ideal if you're interested in global politics, diplomacy, and the relationships between nations, with a focus on international policy and conflict resolution. At UniSQ we offer two degrees with a focus on international relations – Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries.

Politics – Learn about how the different systems of government work, uncover what makes a democracy function, and understand how to interpret and develop policy that guides and informs how a nation operates.

Social justice and enterprise – Perfect for those driven by a desire to create social change, combining humanities with practical skills in community development, ethics, and entrepreneurship.

Yes! At UniSQ, we focus on providing our students with flexible learning when studying an online humanities degree. We believe you can fit study into your life – from anywhere in the world. When you study humanities online, you’ll receive the same level of support as an on-campus student. The only difference is you’re in control of when, where and how you learn your arts courses.

Discover more about the ways to study at UniSQ. 

When you study humanities at UniSQ, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own future. You’ll be part of a diverse learning community that thrives on mutual success and supports students in achieving their personal and professional goals. All our humanities courses focus on developing your ability to apply the skills and knowledge you’ve gained into a career of your choice. Graduating with a humanities degree from UniSQ opens up many career prospects in a variety of settings, including:

• museums
• educational institutions
• self-employment
• activism
• international relations
• cultural heritage and community engagement
• heritage and conservation
• editing and publishing
• scientific institutions
• politics.  

At UniSQ, we understand the journey to university is different for everyone. That's why we have several pathways available for you to consider when wanting to study a humanities degree. Whether you’ve just graduated high school, haven’t studied in a while, or have other relevant qualifications such as VET or TAFE, we can help you find the right path to study. To find out how we can help you begin, have a look at our pathways program.