A levels, ABB
Access to Higher Education Diploma, 30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher
BTEC National Extended Diploma, DDM
Cambridge Pre-U, D3, M2, M2
European Baccalaureate, 75% or higher
International Baccalaureate, 34 points
International foundation programme, Foundation Certificate from our International Pathway College or an appropriate alternative.
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
IELTS (Academic and Indicator), 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component
C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, 176, with a minimum of 169 in each component
Duolingo, 110 overall, with a minimum of 100 in each component
GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language (as a first or second language), Grade C
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT, B2 Communicator High Pass with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component
PTE Academic, 61, with a minimum of 55 in each component
TOEFL, 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component
Trinity ISE III, Merit in all components
Historical Archaeology explores the material remains of the last 2,000 years - the period for which texts and document sources exist.
Understanding and analysing these sources enables us to understand human lives, from the spread of the Roman Empire to everyday life for the Vikings.
If you are considering a degree in History, but want a course which will make you stand out from the crowd, our BA Historical Archaeology could be for you. Many of our students have studied history, but also have a passion for historic sites, material culture or museums. With Historical Archaeology, you get the best of both worlds.
Our department is renowned for being friendly and welcoming, meaning you'll get to know your lecturers, and they'll get to know you. You'll have endless opportunities to get involved, from joining the Archaeology Society to working abroad on a research project. We're based in the King's Manor in the city centre - a beautiful and truly unique Medieval building, with additional state-of-the-art facilities on the main campus.
York is the UK’s archaeological capital, with historic buildings and significant remains from the Roman, Viking and Medieval periods. You'll find it a great place to call home.
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Year 1
Core modules
In your first year, your modules will cover:
Prehistory to the Present
Artefacts and Materials
Archaeological Theory
Introduction to Archaeological Science
Field Archaeology
Year 2
Core modules
Your core modules will cover:
Themes in Historical Archaeology
You'll also prepare for your dissertation with modules covering:
Communicating Archaeology
Researching Archaeology
Designing Research
Option modules
You will take a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
World Archaeology I
Conflict
World Mummification
Alpine Landscape Archaeology
The Invention of World Heritage
The Late Prehistory of Egypt and the Fertile Crescent
Practical Skills
Artefact Analysis
Buildings History
Human Bones
Field Archaeology Survey
Archaeology and Heritage
Biomolecular Archaeology
Year 3
Dissertation
Dissertation and Assessed Lecture
The dissertation is an extended piece of writing, around 10,000 words, on a topic of your choice. You'll be assigned a supervisor who'll support you through the process. After writing your dissertation, you will present your work in the form of an assessed lecture.
Recent titles have included:
The Roman army's impact on York
Power in Death? An exploration of burial practice at Viking age Hedeby
Feeding Venice: A comparative study of archaeological and historical approaches, investigating Venetian supplementation of meat products between 14th - 16th century
A study of 18th century English culture, consumption and luxury within a changing society.
Landscapes of defense: in what ways was the Leeds Liverpool Canal protected from invasion and attack during WWII?
Option modules
You will take a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
World Archaeology II
These options may not be the same as in your second year.
Conflict
World Mummification
Alpine Landscape Archaeology
The Invention of World Heritage
The Late Prehistory of Egypt and the Fertile Crescent
Special Topic
These modules are linked directly to staff research interests, so you will be engaging with the most up-to-date research and debates in each subject.
Human Evolution
Historic Houses
Ancient DNA
Viking Age Scandinavia
Death and Burial in Later Prehistory
Mediterranean Civilizations
Assessed Seminars
These are a unique opportunity to focus your studies on exactly what interests you, and you'll choose one to prepare in the Spring or Summer Term. You'll have some introductory lectures from a specialist in the area, then you'll spend some time designing and chairing your own seminar for your classmates.
Archaeology of British Christianity
Building Early Modernity
Debates in Archaeological Science
Mesolithic Europe
Neanderthals
Environmental Archaeology
Palaeodiet
Modern Landscape
Sustainable Heritage
Heritage organisations (eg English Heritage, National Trust, Yorkshire Museum)
Local councils
NHS
Police
Accountancy
Media
Marketing agencies
Law
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
