Masters Degrees (Bioarchaeology)

Bioarchaeology is a branch of archaeology that focuses on the study of biological materials found in archaeological contexts to provide information about the life and environment of humans in the past. Read more

Bioarchaeology at York combines advanced osteoarchaeological techniques with the molecular analysis of human remains. Read more

Animal bones and human remains are amongst the most common finds on archaeological excavations of all periods The archaeological profession has an increasing… Read more

This fast-advancing field combines archaeology with branches of natural sciences. Our bioarchaeology lab is dedicated to the study of anatomical variation, palaeopathological conditions, and the funerary context of human and animal remains. Read more

This programme is a pathways-based MSc degree, with a strong emphasis on the development of skills and specialism in Bioarcheology, including opportunities to gain experience with both human and zooarchaeological remains. Read more

Combine theoretical knowledge and practical experience Access a range of skeletal collections Research the human bioarchaeological topic of your choice If there’s a human bioarchaeological research topic which you’d to follow to PhD, but you need to acquire new research skills or hone existing ones, this course is for you. Read more

The MRes Forensic Anthropology & Bioarchaeology programme has been designed to serve graduates wanting to embark on a research degree focussing on the search, recovery or identification of human remains and factors influencing these aspects. Read more

This lecture, seminar and laboratory-based MSc equips you with the theoretical and practical skills and knowledge to study and interpret data collected from human remains. Read more

This programme is a pathways-based research degree, with a strong emphasis on the development of skills and specialisms in Higher Archaeological Practice, Palaeoanthropology or Bioarchaeology. Read more

Human skeletal remains are the most direct evidence of past lifeways and their scientific investigation gives unique insights into human history. Read more

You can choose between the Master's programme in Classical and Mediterranean Archaeology and the Master's programme in Prehistory and Protohistory of Northwest Europe. Read more

This MSc provides students with fundamental skills and knowledge to study human remains in both bioarchaeological and forensic anthropological context. Read more

Create a bespoke degree that reflects your unique interests and ambitions through one of our three pathways. Bioarchaeology, Archaeomaterials, or Cross-discipline. Read more

The MA in Archaeology can be studied on a full-time and part-time basis. Read more

The Research Master’s programme in Archaeology is the most diverse in the Netherlands. Benefit from our extensive experience and reputation in archaeological research. Read more