The MSc Archaeology of the North is the only programme of its type in the world, investigating the material culture and heritage of the far northern hemisphere. With an emphasis on colonisation and culture contact, lifeways and world-views, this programme will help you develop knowledge and critical awareness of issues specific to northern archaeology, providing a solid foundation for further study or professional employment.
Developing the research skills required to investigate the material culture and heritage of the far northern hemisphere, a region that includes Scot...
The MSc Archaeology of the North is the only programme of its type in the world, investigating the material culture and heritage of the far northern hemisphere. With an emphasis on colonisation and culture contact, lifeways and world-views, this programme will help you develop knowledge and critical awareness of issues specific to northern archaeology, providing a solid foundation for further study or professional employment. <br/><br/>Developing the research skills required to investigate the material culture and heritage of the far northern hemisphere, a region that includes Scotland and the circumpolar region from Mongolia to the Canadian Arctic.<br/><br/>With an emphasis on colonisation and culture contact, lifeways and world-views, every graduate is provided with a thorough knowledge of the theory and practice specific to northern archaeology, together with the foundation for further study or professional employment.<br/><br/>In addition, every graduate will have acquired detailed competence in a specialist regional or chronological field, chosen from a range of options across the entire northern world.<br/><br/>The degree can be taken as preparation for higher research, as a professional qualification or purely for interest.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
12 Months
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
Unknown
Institution Code
A20
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