Overview

A degree in Geography and Archaeology at The University of the Highlands and Islands provides you with the knowledge and skills to understand many aspects of our rapidly changing world, equipping you to tackle real-world problems in a range of organisations and sectors, with the wide curriculum developing both specialist and transferable skills.

Geography and archaeology graduates are among the most employable, with skills developed in presenting ideas in reports and oral presentations, in data collection and analysis, and in the use of specialist mapping and statistical software.

Special features

This degree is delivered by tutors with years of experience of teaching at a distance, and can be studied from home, full- or part-time to suit your circumstances

According to the UK's Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), Geography graduates are among the most likely to find employment. More than 90 per cent are in work or further study within six months of graduating (Times Higher Education 2017)

Optional archaeological fieldwork, work placement and residential weekend are available. These usually take place in the Highlands and Islands and, although they have cost implications for students attending, they are an ideal opportunity to meet fellow students and staff in a relaxed and natural environment

Programme Structure

Courses include:

European prehistories
Historic landscapes
Science and archaeology
World archaeology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Archaeology Geography View 169 other Bachelors in Archaeology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Student insurance

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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Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above or

2 A levels at grades BC or above

At least 2 should be from the list of required subjects

Additional qualifications and experiences will be considered on an individual basis

Tuition Fee

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International

6960 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6960 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

Rest of the UK: £6,120per year

Living costs for Inverness

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Geography and Archaeology.

Available Scholarships

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