Program Overview
The Zooarchaeology at University of York 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 Zooarchaeology 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
- Tuition: GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Zooarchaeology 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
- Analysing historic buildings
- Buildings survey (module runs twice)
- Analysis and visualisation
- Community activism (module runs twice)
- Animal bones for archaeologists
- Experimental archaeology design & practice
- Approaches to conservation
- Human bone practicals 1 (module runs twice)
- The archaeology of human bones
- Landscape and earthworks survey
- Becoming human: evolving minds and societies
- Museum collecting: histories, theories, practice
- Concepts of landscape
- Practical buildings conservation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A good honours degree (upper second or first class) in a relevant subject, or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution in archaeology, anthropology or a related field.
\xc2\xa0Graduates in a biological subject will also be considered, as will mature students or those with less conventional qualifications but with relevant experience.
\xc2\xa0If you are uncertain whether your qualifications or experience are appropriate, please contact the Course Director for more information.\xc2\xa0We normally interview applicants before making an offer.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
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- Application Deadline 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months