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With our Archaeology BSc at the University of Leicester , you will gain knowledge of the professional archaeological sector, and receive exceptional training in professional archaeological skills from our in-house archaeological unit ULAS, who made the world-famous discovery of Richard III.
As well as being rated amongst the top ten universities in the UK for teaching Archaeology, Leicester is one of a few universities in the country to have an Archaeology BSc accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK). This means you’ll graduate with a qualification widely recognised as the first step on a career pathway leading to professional status.
Practical experience is a key part of the course. You will participate in excavation and various forms of fieldwork throughout your degree to ensure that your skills are continually used and developed. You’ll benefit from our excellent facilities and nine specialist laboratories, including our refitted Osteology, Zooarchaeology, and Materials labs.
You will have the chance to study many periods, regions and techniques during your time here. Our staff have particular expertise in Roman archaeology, prehistory, historical archaeology, commercial archaeology, archaeological theory, and the archaeological sciences, as well as all aspects of Classical (Greek and Roman) history.
Careers and employability
We are proud to host an on-site, professional archaeological unit, the award-winning University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) - the team that found King Richard III. ULAS offer HEAR and CIFA accredited internships. This means that you can begin to gain training and professional experience whilst you are studying with us.
All our degrees provide transferable skills in communication, presentation, critical analysis and teamwork. This will be critical for your future career, whether it is in archaeological studies or in one of the wide range of professions that attract our graduates. It doesn't matter if you have little or no previous experience in archaeology; we have designed our courses for maximum flexibility. This allows you to choose how you want to specialise or diversify as your knowledge and understanding develop.
For archaeology degrees, practical experience is a key element of our courses. You will participate in excavations and learn various fieldwork techniques throughout your degree to equip you with the skills and knowledge to interpret archaeological material.
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Courses include:
- Debates in Archaeological Heritage
- World Archaeology BC
- World Archaeology AD
- Making Sense of the Past (Critical Thinking in Archaeology)
- Practical Aims and Methods in Archaeology
- Using Archaeological Evidence
- Environmental Archaeology
- Neolithic, Bronze Age, and Iron Age Britain and Ireland
- Archaeology of the Roman Empire
- Living in Towns: Medieval and Post-Medieval Archaeological Approaches
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
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Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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General requirements
- A/AS-levels: BBB. Two AS-levels can be considered in place of one A-level. General Studies or Critical Thinking accepted.
- EPQ with A-Levels: BBC at A-Level + EPQ at grade B.
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass Diploma with 45 credits at level 3, 24 of which must be at Distinction.
- International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28 points.
- BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with DDM.
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9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
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