Program Overview
The Field Archaeology 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 Field Archaeology 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 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Field Archaeology 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
- Context and practice of gathering field archaeology data
- Analysis, interpretation and dissemination of field archaeology data
- Analysing historic buildings
- Animal bones for archaeologists
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To apply for this course, you will need:
- A good honours degree (upper second or first class) or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution in archaeology or a related subject.
Mature students or those with less conventional qualifications but with relevant professional experience in this field will be considered.
Candidates lacking sufficient previous experience will be required to spend at least three weeks prior to entry on either one of the department\xc2\x92s own training excavations or another approved project.
To find out if your experience or qualifications are appropriate, please contact the Course Director. We normally interview applicants before making an offer.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,650 (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
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University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months