MA Egyptology at University of Manchester

Study on the first online Egyptology master's course in the world. Advance your understanding of ancient Egyptian society and culture through flexible online postgraduate study. Prepare for careers in the heritage sector or for postgraduate research while developing advanced subject knowledge and research skills.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Arts, Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: 2 Years [Part-time]  |  Study mode: part-time (distance learning)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our MA in Egyptology is an innovative and cutting-edge course taught entirely online on a part-time basis over two years and is formed of 180 credits. 120 of these credits are made up by a mix of mandatory and optional course units, with 60 credits taken in each semester. The availability of individual course units may be subject to change. Compulsory units include Dissertation (Egyptology), Academic Skills and Research Design in Egyptian Archaeology Part 1, Social Studies of Ancient Egypt, Academic Skills and Research Design in Egyptian Archaeology, Part 2, Art and Artists in Ancient Egypt, Urbanism in Ancient Egypt.

Career pathways

This non-vocational master's degree develops a wealth of transferable skills, and will enable you to exploit a number of career opportunities. The course is designed to prepare you for a career in Egyptology and the heritage sector, or for doctoral study.

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