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Master of Archaeology

University of Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Archaeology at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Archaeology can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Archaeologist
Museum curator
Cultural interpreter
Conservator
Heritage manager
Historic building inspector
Museum educator
Cultural resource management
University and college academic
Indigenous government archaeologist

Curriculum

Four years full time: coursework
Comprehensive examinations
A second-language exam
Then a thesis defended orally. Trains candidates to lead independent archaeological investigations.

Entry requirements

Academic

Course page entry requirement: A 2:1 Honours Degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject. International applicants use country-specific equivalents listed on the course page and must show English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (honours, 2:1 Or international equivalent) in a relevant subject for most courses, Some courses accept any subject (conversion courses) or need work experience (MBA).

Documents you’ll need

Bachelor Degree Transcript
Bachelor Degree Certificate
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£24,540 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£35,367 GBP

Program details

Campus	Birmingham
Faculty or school	College of Arts and Law
Department	Classics Ancient History and Archaeology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
2 Jul 2027
231 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.