Overview

This innovative Archaeological Science (with a year in industry) (Hons) course at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) builds on our established archaeology courses by diving into the science-based techniques that drive archaeological discovery, from archaeobotany and geoarchaeology to zooarchaeology and beyond.

You’ll receive expert, research-led teaching from staff involved in world-class archaeological projects around the globe. Through hands-on modules and practical training, you’ll gain a strong foundation in scientific methods and their application in uncovering the past.

What can I do on completion of my course?

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

Archaeological contract units

Archives and museums

Consultancy

Government agencies and local authorities

Media and politics

Teaching

Tourism and heritage management

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reading the landscape through time

World archaeology, politics and perspectives

Public archaeology and cultural heritage management

Practical skills for environmental archaeology

Skills for professional development

Understanding archaeological science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

600 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kirkwall, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Archaeology View 166 other Bachelors in Archaeology in United Kingdom

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above including one science subject* OR

2 A levels at grades BC or above including one science subject*

Alternatively, CPD Award Archaeology and Local Studies (SCQF level 7)

PVG scheme membership may be required to undertake the year in industry, therefore this course is determined to be a Category 2 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required for specific optional modules/units, where there is guaranteed contact with vulnerable groups in optional modules/units, but an alternative pathway exists to achieve target qualification.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16950 GBP / year

≈ 16950 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of the UK: £9,250 per year

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Archaeological Science (with a year in industry) (Hons).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners