BSc (Hons) Archaeological Science at University of Liverpool

Archaeological Science has transformed our understanding of some of humankind's most fundamental issues, from climatic change and the origins of agriculture, to the social impact of new technologies and the economies of early empires. This course will introduce you to the skills and methods needed to engage with this growing area of scholarship, placing you at the cutting edge of archaeological research. Taught by leading specialists in archaeomaterials, bioarchaeology and environmental reconstruction, our Archaeological Science degree enables you to develop your knowledge and understanding of scientific analysis, while grounding your studies in core archaeological theory, methods and practice.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

All year one modules are required. Students taking a programme with an Archaeology component at 50% or higher will have the opportunity to qualify with a Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) accreditation. Compulsory modules in year one include Principles of Archaeology, Ancient Civilizations of the Mediterranean and Near East, Framing Antiquity, The Perspective of Evolutionary Anthropology, The Practice of Archaeology.

Career pathways

An Archaeological Science degree from Liverpool provides you with a rigorous training experience that produces graduates with an exceptional breadth of knowledge.

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