Rock art is a universal demonstration of our humanity. Painting and engravings on rock art exist as part of the human landscape. Rock art provides us with insights into cultures of the past and present. By studying rock art we can better understand ourselves.
UWA offers a variety of interdisciplinary units focusing either explicitly on rock art, or incorporating discussions of rock art and Indigenous art as part of broader regional or thematic topics.
These units provide students with a deeper understanding and awareness of:
Teaching draws mainly on the expertise from two Faculties:
and form part of UWA’s undergraduate program.
Units can be studied as part of several degree programs including:
Master's and PhD students interested in rock art and Indigenous art topics are welcome to contact us to discuss potential projects/topics.