BSc (Hons) Archaeology at Durham University

Discover the past through cutting-edge scientific techniques on this flexible, interdisciplinary programme that allows you to develop specialist scientific skills, while exploring an array of evidence types and methods of interpretation. BSc Archaeology brings together the discipline of the scientific laboratory with the excitement of fieldwork. You will get an overview of the world of archaeology and a thorough grounding in the scientific techniques used to explore the past.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Archaeology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will develop your knowledge through a series of Scientific Methods in Archaeology modules and build on these with Advanced Skills and Specialised Aspects of Archaeology options. Compulsory modules include Introduction to Archaeological Methods, Introduction to Archaeology: Archaeology in Britain, Archaeology Practicals, World Archaeology.

Career pathways

Archaeology involves an array of transferable skills valued by employers in numerous sectors. Our graduates can progress into a diverse range of careers and sectors, including working as archaeologists, surveyors and teachers, or going on to postgraduate research positions or academia.

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