
Archaeology Msci (Hon)
Course Overview - Archaeology Msci (Hon)
Course Overview
Accredited by both the Chartered Institute for Archaeology and University Archaeology UK, with hands-on fieldwork at its core, MSci Archaeology is designed to be the ideal start to a professional archaeology career.
Why study with us
• Spend 14 weeks in the field, working on real research excavations across the UK, making significant finds while developing both specialist and transferrable skills and knowledge.
• Undertake a major independent research project on a topic of your cho...
<strong>Course Overview</strong><br/><br/>Accredited by both the Chartered Institute for Archaeology and University Archaeology UK, with hands-on fieldwork at its core, MSci Archaeology is designed to be the ideal start to a professional archaeology career.<br/><br/><strong>Why study with us</strong> <br/><br/><br/>• Spend 14 weeks in the field, working on real research excavations across the UK, making significant finds while developing both specialist and transferrable skills and knowledge.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Undertake a major independent research project on a topic of your choice in the 4th year, further developing your skills and employability. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• We have state-of-the-art facilities, including an on-campus training excavation site, archaeological science lab, soil flotation unit, dedicated human bone labs, 3D scanners and cutting-edge excavation equipment.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What youll do</strong> <br/><br/><br/>• Youll have the flexibility to delve into the specialist areas that interest you most, with option units in everything from cultural anthropology to human remains.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• We have an experienced team of research-active staff, with an excellent staff-student ratio – ensuring youll have plenty of personal support and attention.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Your learning will be assessed through real-life projects, such as client reports, radio broadcasts and articles that help build your skills rather than end of year exams.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Accreditations</strong><br/><br/><br/>• This course has been accredited by the CifA. Nationally we are one of only seven universities to receive this accreditation. In their report, assessors commented that The focus on excavation and field archaeology is clearly a unique selling point of the department, and it is clear that students leave with an unparalleled level and range of experience.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future careers</strong><br/><br/>Our MSci (Hons) Archaeology course offers the specialist knowledge and hands-on skills youll need to explore a career in this competitive and fascinating profession.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V401
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
Scottish Higher
104 to 112 UCAS points
Access to HE Diploma
104 to 112 UCAS points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
104 to 122 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D*
AS
Not Accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
D*D
D*D*
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 to 112 UCAS points
A level
104 to 112 UCAS points at A2
T Level
M
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |