BA Archaeology at Ruhr University Bochum

Archaeology at Ruhr University Bochum is a single-subject Bachelor programme of 6 semesters (3 years), taught in German. What sets it apart: it not only teaches fundamental archaeological skills and methods in prehistoric and protohistoric cultures as well as those of classical antiquity, but also practises the application of scientific research methods. The university’s in-house art collection (Kunstsammlung), in collaboration with local affiliated institutions, such as the German Mining Museum in Bochum, integrate hands-on and application-oriented aspects of archaeology and cultural heritage management into the degree programme.

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: Historical and cultural background knowledge regarding past civilization; Understanding of cultural heritage; Methodology; Problems pertaining to scientific research of historical eras; Categories, media, functions, techniques, contexts, forms and styles; Factors affecting development, functional, social and heritage-related contexts, plus informative intentions inherent to the artifacts; Professional practice.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work in museum and exhibition management; in the field of heritage protection; in media companies and the publishing industry; in adult education and tourism; in arts administration.

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