Archaeology

Studying Archaeology gives you a means to investigate the past, and an opportunity to study the major developments in human society - from the origins of humans to the development of the great civilisations. Studying human, animal and plant remains, artefacts and art, you will learn how to reconstruct the past from its material remains. You will investigate the major social, economic, religious and technological developments in long-term human history, from Britain to South Africa and Spain to China, and learn how to carry out archaeological excavation and survey.

Optional modules will allow you to explore specific cultural areas, time periods, analytical methods or interpretive themes from an archaeological perspective. This programme is accredited by theChartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA). Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA)is the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas.

We promote high professional standards and strong ethics in archaeological practice, to maximise the benefits that archaeologists bring to society. We are the authoritative and effective voice for archaeologists, bringing recognition and respect to our profession. We’ve been awarded a Gold rating for educational excellence.

Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed. Year one modules provide students with a broad introduction to both archaeological methods and the archaeology of particular times and places around the world (including Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, Africa and Europe). All year one modules are required.

Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change. Year two builds on the foundational modules of year one, introducing specialist modules that provide training in key concepts and techniques from the inorganic (eg metals, glass, pottery) and organic (eg human bones, plants, DNA) archaeological evidence. Students take 15 credits of required modules an