MSc Human Bioarchaeology and Palaeopathology at University of Bradford

This course emphasises the study of archaeological human remains within their funerary context. It builds upon the School of Archaeological and Forensic Sciences' extensive research in human bioarchaeology and palaeopathology and related research expertise in field archaeology, archaeozoology, molecular archaeology and archaeological biogeochemistry. The course strongly emphasises the integration of biological and archaeological evidence to address problem-orientated research themes and the application of scientific methods to unravelling the human past.

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, Chronology, isotopes and biomolecules. First year (core): Palaeopathology, Dissertation, Professional Development, Musculoskeletal Anatomy, Human Bioarchaeology.

Career pathways

Career destinations after the MSc Human Bioarchaeology and Palaeopathology have included: Lecturers, teaching assistants and post-doctoral researchers at universities in the UK and overseas Osteologists and archaeologists working in commercial archaeology Research, curatorial and education staff in museums Other professional careers The MSc Human Bioarchaeology and Palaeopathology has also produced a large number of doctoral research students.

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