DPhil in Archaeological Science at University of Oxford

Entry requirements

A master's degree in archaeological science, and a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant subject such as anthropology, geography, geology, biology, physics or environmental studies. UK applicants are usually expected to have at least 67% in the master's degree and above 67% for the research dissertation; most successful applicants have a first-class degree (above 70%) or equivalent (US bachelor's degree: GPA normally 3.6 out of 4.0, most successful 3.7). Education may be predominantly archaeological or science-based, with some experience of both advantageous. No GRE or GMAT scores; publications not expected. Interviews may be held subject to applicant numbers and for certain scholarships. Three referees are required. Supporting documents are required with the application. English language (higher level, for applicants whose first language is not English): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24; TOEFL tests taken from 21 January 2026 are not accepted until a review of the revised test is complete); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Tests must be taken no more than two years before the course start.