DPhil in Archaeology (School of Archaeology) at University of Oxford

Entry requirements

A master's degree in archaeology and a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject (e.g. anthropology, history, classics, history of art, geography, geology, biology, physics, environmental studies). UK applicants are usually expected to achieve at least 67% in the master's degree and above 67% for the research dissertation; most successful applicants hold a first (over 70%). US bachelor's applicants normally need a minimum GPA of 3.6/4.0. Working experience in archaeology may be an advantage. No GRE or GMAT. Application: proposed field and title of research, proposed supervisor, three referees (academic preferred), transcripts, research proposal (max 1,500 words) and two essays (max 2,500 words each). Deadlines for 2027-28 entry: 7 January 2027 (to be considered for Oxford scholarships) and 2 March 2027 (expected final). English language (higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 overall (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24); 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.