Program Overview
The Archaeological Studies (by Research) at University of York is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Archaeological Studies (by Research) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 11,760 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,980 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Archaeological Studies (by Research) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Bones: matters of life and death
- Bioarchaeology, ecofacts and figures
- Becoming human: evolving minds and societies
- Digital publication and web technologies
- Cultural heritage management 1: concepts, principles and practice
- Analysing historic buildings
- Philosophical approaches to conservation
- The context and practice of gathering field archaeology data
- Concepts of landscape
- Issues in historical archaeology 1
- The Vikings
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will need:
- A good honours degree (upper second or first) or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution in archaeology or a related field
- Candidates are expected to provide an outline of their proposed research topic
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,760 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,980 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,760 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,980 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of York directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of York
University of York
Heslington, United Kingdom
University of York is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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