Archaeology, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Three-year, practically based BSc (Hons) Archaeology at the Preston campus, taught through block learning by the School of Law and Policing and jointly accredited by CIfA and University Archaeology UK. Students are in the field on a real excavation from week one and spend time each year on placement in the UK and/or abroad.

Faculty: School of Law and Policing | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Interpreting evidence from human remains, Palaeolithic stone tools, Anglo-Saxon jewellery and ancient DNA. Modules include Discovering Archaeology, Bones, Bodies and Burials, Archaeology of Britain, Artefacts and Environments, Professional Archaeology and a dissertation.

Career pathways

Contracting archaeological organisations, museums, heritage, research degrees and wider graduate roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 104-120 points at A2; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM; BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*; Pass Access Course: 104-120 UCAS Points; International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-120 points from Higher Level Subjects; T Level: M; IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component lower than 5.5 (or equivalent); WASSCE English grade C6 accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 18,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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