Program Overview
The Human Osteology and Palaeopathology at University of Bradford is a MSc 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 Human Osteology and Palaeopathology 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
- Tuition: GBP 17,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bradford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Osteology and Palaeopathology 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
- Analysis of Human Remains
- Introduction to Archaeozoology
- Maths and Quantitative Methods
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy
- Palaeopathology
- Research Skills
- Funerary Archaeology
- Light Isotope Analysis
- Topics in Archaeometry
- Dissertation (MSc)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- 2:1 or above in Archaeology, Anthropology or another suitable subject (for example Forensic Science, Medical Science)
- Students will normally have a minimum of one GCSE in mathematics
- Other relevant qualifications will be considered
- For North American students a GPA of at least 2.5 on a scale of 4.0 is required, or an equivalent
- Admissions are made on the basis of demonstrated ability, qualifications, experience, references, and, occasionally, interviews
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bradford 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 Bradford
University of Bradford
Bradford, United Kingdom
University of Bradford 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- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months