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Master of Philosophy in Archaeology at University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MPhil in Archaeology allows students to gain a critical appreciation of archaeology, the human past, and its place in the modern world, as well as training in research and analytical skills and expertise in a chosen, specialist area. Through research-led teaching, staff and students interact in lectures, seminars, language classes and laboratory-based practicals with the aims of mastering the basics of theory and method. Students may also participate in ongoing research projects.

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

The maximum permitted length of the dissertation is 15,000 words.

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Application information

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 19,776 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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