Archaeology

This course provides an overview of archaeology from the earliest human tools to the modern era, spanning Europe, the Mediterranean, Asia and North Africa. Students build subject and geographic specialisms that match their interests and career plans, and they develop an understanding of how archaeological evidence is gathered and interpreted. Teaching combines lectures and seminars with practical training in fieldwork, post-excavation research, scientific analysis, osteology, digital modelling, and heritage and museum skills. Assessment reflects this mix of academic and practical work, including written work, practical portfolios and research reports. Graduates pursue careers in heritage management, museums, commercial archaeology, fieldwork and research. Others progress to postgraduate study in archaeology or heritage, where the breadth of regional and methodological training gives them a useful foundation.