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Master of Archaeology

University of Lancashire

  • Preston, United Kingdom
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

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

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1.5 years): 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

  • Recognised upper-secondary qualification for your country with the science or mathematics subjects the course requires (engineering
  • Physics
  • Pharmacy). English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent.

Accepted academic background

Recognised upper-secondary qualification by country of study with subject requirements (science/mathematics for engineering, Physics and pharmacy)

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 4.5
  • PTE Academic 61
  • Duolingo 105
  • Cambridge 170
  • Institutional test 65%

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Academic Qualification Certificates

How to apply

  1. Check the course entry requirements for your country
  2. The English requirement and the deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Apply through UCAS (institution code C30) or the university online application system. Provide academic transcripts
  3. English test evidence and a personal statement. Interview or audition only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£18,750 GBP
Application fee_
Deposit_

Program details

CampusPreston Campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Law and Policing
Department_
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study pace_
Post-study stay1.5 years
Scholarship noteStudents may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    30 Jun 2027

    228 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.