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Study how archaeology and anthropology can enrich our understanding of the past, present and future, and how hands-on fieldwork can uncover the stories, cultures, and connections that shape our world.
Why study this course?
• Get stuck in with hands-on modules and gain valuable archaeological fieldwork and research experience, gaining critical and transferable skills that open up a broad range of career opportunities.
• Study past a...
Dig into every era of human cultural life, from the Palaeolithic to the present day.<br/><br/>Study how archaeology and anthropology can enrich our understanding of the past, present and future, and how hands-on fieldwork can uncover the stories, cultures, and connections that shape our world.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Get stuck in with hands-on modules and gain valuable archaeological fieldwork and research experience, gaining critical and transferable skills that open up a broad range of career opportunities.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study past and present cultures across the world, ranging from Europe to Africa, Asia and the Americas.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Discover remarkable archaeological sites such as the Athenian Acropolis in person with our study tour.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Enhance your professional development with our employability-focused modules and exciting work placement opportunities with prestigious organisations including Birmingham Museums and the National Trust. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Top 10 in the UK for Archaeology in the Complete University Guide 2025</strong>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LV64
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
32
6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects.
DDD
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus B at A-level. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level.
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A,B,B
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |