Program Overview
The Maritime Archaeology and Conservation at Texas A&M University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 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 Maritime Archaeology and Conservation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 13,872 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,726 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: College Station, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Maritime Archaeology and Conservation 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
- Conservation of Archaeological Resources I
- Skills in Maritime Archaeology
- Introduction to Nautical Archaeology
- History of Wooden Shipbuilding
- Seafaring Life and Maritime Communities
- Conservation of Archaeological Resources II
- Historical Archaeology
- Outfitting and Sailing the Wooden Ship 1400-1900
- Pre-Classical Seafaring
- Classical Seafaring
- Books and Treatises on Shipbuilding
- Research and Reconstruction of Wooden Hulls
- Conservation of Archaeological Resources III
- Medieval Seafaring in the Mediterranean
- New World Seafaring
- Post Medieval Seafaring
- Deep-Submergence Archaeology
- Archaeological Methods and Theory
- Computer Graphics in Archaeology
- Gender, Ethnicity and Class in Archaeological Research
- Research Design in Anthropology
- Classical Archaeology
- Cultural Resource Management
- Archaeological Photography
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application materials should include:
- Application
- Application Fee
- One official transcript from each university you have attended. International students should also submit official English translation for any documents not sent in English.
- GRE Scores (general test)
- Three letters of recommendation
- 1-2 pg. letter of intent
The following items are recommended but not required.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Writing Sample
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,872 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,726 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,872 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,726 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Texas A&M University 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 Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
Winters, United States
Texas A&M University 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 Fall 2022
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 12