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MSc Archaeological Sciences at University of Bradford

University of Bradford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our MSc in Archaeological Sciences gives graduates in Archaeology and related subjects a systematic training in the application of modern scientific methods. It gives you the practical, analytical and interpretative skills you need to apply a wide range of specialist approaches, preparing you not only for research in archaeological science but also to pursue career opportunities in all areas of mainstream archaeology.

Faculty: Faculty of Management, Sciences and Engineering  |  Department: School of Law and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (optional): Grave Concerns: Investigating the Archaeology of Death and Burial, Archaeological Prospection and Visualisation, Site Evaluation Strategies and GIS, Human Bioarchaeology, Separation Science & Mass Spectrometry, Imaging. First year (core): Dissertation, Professional Development, Nature of Matter and Instrumental Analysis, Chronology, isotopes and biomolecules.

Career pathways

The course prepares students not only for research in archaeological science, but also furthers career prospects in mainstream archaeology or scientific analysis. The course is well-suited both to students who wish to use it as a foundation from which to commence research or as vocational training to enhance employment prospects in archaeology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We welcome applications from all potential students and most important in the decision to offer a place is our assessment of your potential to benefit from your studies and of your ability to succeed on this particular programme. Consideration of applications will be based on a combination of formal academic qualifications and other relevant experience. The standard entry requirements for the programme are: A first degree in Archaeology or another relevant discipline, normally with a second-class degree or higher or equivalent for UK students. Admission will be judged on an individual basis of overseas students, at an equivalent level to UK entry requirements. For North American students normally a GPA of at least 2.5 on a scale of 4.0 is required, or an equivalent. Admissions are made on the basis of demonstrated ability, qualifications, experience, references, and, occasionally, interviews. A completed application form, references, official transcripts, or a list of programmes/modules and grades/marks stamped by your undergraduate department or student registry are required of all applicants. Recognition of Prior Learning: If you have prior certificated learning or professional experience which may be equivalent to parts of this programme, the University has procedures to evaluate and recognise this learning in order to provide applicants with exemptions from specified modules or parts of the programme. English language requirements: If English is not your first language you must have IELTS at 6.0 or the equivalent, with no less than 5.5 in each sub test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,189 for the whole programme (2027/28). full-time; period not specified Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 for the whole programme (2026/27). full-time; period not specified Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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