University of Aberdeen

Archaeology

University of AberdeenAberdeen, United Kingdom

Course overview

Archaeology is the only discipline that studies the human past in its entirety; from the origins of our species to the events of yesterday. Archaeology at Aberdeen has a special northern focus that is unique in the UK. Through lectures, field and laboratory work you will engage with the archaeology of Scotland, Scandinavia, northern Europe, the North Atlantic and northern latitudes of Asia and North America.

You will be taught by internationally acclaimed researchers.

Key highlights

  • Distinctive northern focus on archaeology, unique in the UK
  • Covers Scotland, Scandinavia, northern Europe and the North Atlantic
  • Explores archaeology of northern Asia and North America
  • Taught through lectures, fieldwork and laboratory work
  • Taught by internationally acclaimed archaeology researchers
  • Studies the entire human past, from human origins onwards

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include including 5, 5, 5 at HL with at least two Mathematics/Science subjects

Scholarships

  • Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

    Aberdeen Global Scholarship worth £6,000 for every year of their programme.

    Up to £6,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Archaeologist
  • Field archaeologist
  • Heritage officer
  • Museum curator
  • Archaeological consultant
  • Historic environment officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1,820 per year (Home/Scottish students); £9,790 per year (RUK students) | International: £24,800 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Aberdeen, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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