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Master of Philosophy in Archaeological Science at University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MPhil in Archaeological Science aims to introduce students to the main theories and research approaches in archaeological science, particularly within the fields of archaeological materials science, environmental archaeology and biomolecular archaeology.

Faculty: School of the Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Archaeology  |  Duration: 10 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Developed transferable skills such as writing, presentation, data analysis and laboratory protocols Carried out a substantial programme of independent research resulting in a dissertation on a topic that demonstrates theoretical understanding and practical competence in science-based archaeological analysis and interpretation. The maximum permitted length of the dissertation is 15,000 words.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 23,136 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 39,408 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 10 months full-time

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