PhD / MPhil Archaeology at University of Liverpool

At the University of Liverpool, we’ve pioneered the study of the ancient world for over 130 years. A PhD/MPhil in Archaeology allows you to draw on world-class interdisciplinary research in diverse fields, from the origins of humanity and Old-World prehistory to the archaeology of the historical periods. The Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology is internationally reputed for its world-class research, offering the ideal environment to become a recognised specialist in the field.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 2-4 years full-time; 4-6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time also available  |  Intake: Year round  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research topics include Human evolution; Archaeobotanical (seeds, charcoal) science; Bioarchaeology; Archaeozoology; Archaeomaterials; The Iron Age in the Mediterranean and the Near East; Classical archaeology; Mesopotamian texts, languages, cultures and economies; Later British and European prehistory; Medieval and post-Medieval archaeology.

Career pathways

Postgraduate researchers gain highly valuable, transferable skills that can be applied to careers in a diverse range of sectors. As a postgraduate researcher in a rchaeology, you’ ll master both qualitative, humanities -based methods and analytical, scientific methods.

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