MSc Bioarchaeological Science at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

Bioarchaeological Science is at the forefront of the scientific study of the human past. This programme incorporates the study of human osteoarchaeology and palaeopathology along with the advanced study of human remains through genetic and isotopic analysis. You will learn the latest scientific techniques for the extraction, analysis and presentation of DNA, protein, stable isotope and lipid data.

Duration: 1 year (12 months) or 2 years (24 months) | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Bioarchaeology is a rapidly developing field of study. Graduates of this programme will be well placed to pursue careers working as professional archaeologists, either for archaeology companies or for universities, museums, local authorities or other heritage sector organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 UK Honours degree, or an Honours degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth in Archaeology, Anthropology, Earth Sciences, Genetics, History, or Zoology or a related discipline.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). UK fee. Reduced rate (University of Aberdeen Graduates): £7,000. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,000 a year (2026/27). EU / international fee. Reduced rate (Self-funded Students): £14,000. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year (12 months) or 2 years (24 months)

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/how-to-apply/

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