Full Time Masters Degrees in Archaeological Science

You study heritage and Archaeology of the far Northern hemisphere such as Scotland, North Atlantic, Scandinavia, Baltic Europe, Northern Russia and Siberia, and North Pacific North America. Read more

Students who are qualified and able to embark directly upon a one-year research programme can be registered for an MA (by research), which, depending on subject-area, will be in Archaeological Studies, Conservation Studies or Landscape Studies. Read more

The MPhil is offered, according to subject area, in Archaeology or in Conservation Studies. The MPhil is a degree of considerable distinction in its own right, which may appeal to candidates who, for one reason or another, regard the more demanding requirements of the PhD as impractical. Read more

5thin the UK QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023 20thin the world QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023 Historical Archaeology explores the emergence of the modern world, from the end of the Middle Ages to the 21st century. Read more

5thin the UK QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023 20thin the world QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023 Explore key topics such as technology, consumption practices, death and burial, plants and animals, and settlement, drawing on the research carried out in a globally renowned centre for mesolithic studies. Read more

Build the skills you need for a career in archaeological research or the heritage industry with this flexible archaeology master’s. Read more

In recent years Archaeology has been reinvigorated by the ability of researchers to use modern technology to provide in depth insight and evidence to provide much more information about early civilisations than was possible previously. Read more

This new MA in Archaeology and Identity at the University of Bradford combines theoretical archaeological interpretation with cutting-edge scientific archaeology. Read more

The Higher Diploma (HDip) in Archaeology is a one year (full time) or two year (part time) 60-ECTS credit degree programme. It is designed for people who do not have a previous qualification in archaeology but who wish to consider a postgraduate degree in the subject. Read more

Experimental archaeology can be defined as the reconstruction of past buildings, technologies, things and environmental contexts so as to enable a better understanding of the character and role of materiality and material culture in peoples lives. Read more

The MSc in Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture will provide a comprehensive course of university learning and experience in experimental archaeology… Read more

This course emphasises the study of archaeological human remains within their funerary context. It builds upon the School's extensive research in human osteology and palaeopathology and related research expertise in field archaeology, archaeozoology, molecular archaeology and archaeological biogeochemistry. Read more

Develop systematic knowledge of forensic anthropology and bioarchaeology. Receive training in the handling of skeletal remains from diverse and contemporary contexts. Read more

Forensic Archaeology and Genocide Investigation represents an important and relevant area of study. On this course, you learn about the causes and effects of genocide, the evidence that genocide and mass violence leaves behind, and the cutting-edge forensic techniques used to identify it. Read more

Bioarchaeological Science is at the forefront of the scientific study of the human past. This new programme incorporates the study of human osteoarchaeology and palaeopathology along with the advanced study of human remains through genetic and isotopic analysis. Read more