MRes Archaeology at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Uncover the past and join an active research community conducting archaeological work across Europe, the Mediterranean and beyond. On our MRes you'll pursue your own research project and take taught modules to develop your subject knowledge and research skills. Develop the skills for both doctoral study and a future career.

Department: Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology | Duration: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Archaeological Theory, Method and Interpretation, Research Skills & Scholarship, Late Roman Archaeology and Material Culture, Geographical Information Science and Spatial Analysis, Archaeology of Greece, Creating Europe: Complex Societies 1000 BC - AD 1000, Empire and Identity.

Career pathways

By studying a postgraduate degree in Classics, Ancient History or Archaeology at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include the ability to write to tight deadlines, the ability to present a strong argument, plus the ability to research and analyse information.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject. You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant area. Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 24,540 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years

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