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.
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Our Archaeology BA will enhance your understanding of the diverse societies of the past through the traces they have left in the form of material objects and texts. We will cover material from the first use of stone tools 3.3 million years ago to the present day.
Leicester is world-famous for our discovery of Richard III, and you’ll benefit from working alongside academics who have made incredible finds.
Practical experience is a key part of the course. You will participate in excavations and learn various fieldwork techniques throughout your degree to equip you with the skills and knowledge to interpret what you unearth. You will have the opportunity to gain experience with local heritage organisations, schools and our professional archaeological unit through Year 2 and 3 module placements, and our accredited internship programme.
You will have the chance to study a diverse range of topics during your time here. Our academic staff have particular expertise in Roman archaeology, prehistory, historical archaeology, heritage, archaeological theory and archaeological sciences, as well as all aspects of Classical (Greek and Roman) history.
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 does not 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.
UCAS code: V400
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Year 1
You will study the archaeological past from the origins of the human species to the 20th century, learning the aims and methods of archaeology along the way. You will also gain practical experience in a wide variety of archaeological skills and be able to take part in a local archaeological fieldschool. Recently we have run fabulous fieldschools at Bradgate Park,with archaeological sites from the Mesolithic to the historic period, including the Tudor mansion of Lady Jane Grey (England's nine-day Queen), and the Iron Age Hillfort of Burrough Hill.
Core modules
Archaeology: The Essentials
Debates in Archaeological Heritage
Making Sense of the Past (Critical Thinking in Archaeology)
Practical Aims and Methods in Archaeology
Thinking Through Things
Using Archaeological Evidence
An Introduction to World Archaeology BC
An Introduction to World Archaeology AD
Year 2
During your second year, you will study core modules in fieldwork, heritage skills and archaeological theory. The Heritage Skills module will enable you to gain experience of the heritage sector. In addition you will be able to choose five option modules covering different archaeological periods and specialisms. At the end of your second year, you will undertake fieldwork on either a University of Leicester project or a project of your choice anywhere in the world (subject to approval).
Core modules
Fieldwork 1
Heritage Skills
Theory and Archaeology
Option modules
Choose three option modules from:
Archaeology of the Roman Empire
Archaeological Survey and Geomatics
Environmental Archaeology
Living in Towns: Medieval and Post-Medieval Archaeological Approaches
Neolithic, Bronze Age, and Iron Age Britain and Ireland
Plus two option modules from:
Artefact Analysis
Celts, Britons and Barbarians: Iron Age Europe in context
The Medieval Mediterranean World
Year Abroad (optional)
If you want to, you can spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner institutions (eligibility is dependent on your academic performance in Years 1 and 2). Alternatively, you can opt to continue studying at the University and complete your degree in three years.
Studying abroad is not just for people who are interested in travelling and meeting new people. It is about acquiring life skills that are becoming increasingly significant for a wide range of jobs in our modern globalised society. Whether you go on to work in the private sector, the state sector, a non-governmental organisation, or become self-em
Final Year
This is the chance for you to specialise in a topic that interests you for your dissertation. In addition, you will take a module in advanced archaeological fieldwork, plus option modules in a variety of subjects.
Core modules
Fieldwork 2
Archaeology Dissertation
Option modules
Choose two option modules from:
Archaeozoology (double module)
Human Skeletal Analysis (double module)
Power and Difference in the Past
Warfare, Conflict and Violence in the Human Past
Plus two option modules from:
Ceramic Analysis
Greek and Roman Art
Archaeology and Ancient History in Education
The Archaeology of Colonialism in the Americas
Archaeology of Islamic Societies
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.
Our dedicated work experience and outreach staff will organise placements for you in schools, heritage organisations, museums, field archaeology units, archives, laboratories and on external projects – complementing the volunteering provision within the University.
As part of our year 2 Heritage Skills and year 3 Archaeology and Ancient History in Education modules, you can do a placement/project in a school or heritage setting where you work with a teacher/heritage mentor to gain a range of experience and to design and deliver a lesson plan or outreach activity. These modules provide an excellent foundation for a PGCE or a career in heritage management.
OSHC - $12276 GBP / per year
