Archaeology and Anthropology BA (Hons)

Explore humanity from its earliest origins to the cultures and societies of today with our BA Archaeology and Anthropology degree. and combine two fascinating and related disciplines. Archaeology examines the material evidence from our past and present, while anthropology focuses on human development and contemporary cultures.<br/><br/>By examining human development, behaviour and different cultures, you’ll better understand the roots of these issues. You’ll learn how other societies have tackled comparable problems and how contemporary societies are addressing them now.<br/><br/>The University of Reading is ranked in the Top 100 in the world for Archaeology (QS World Rankings by Subject 2023). 100% of students in the Department of Archaeology and 100% of students studying BA History said our teaching staff were good or very good at explaining things (National Student Survey, 2023).<br/><br/>This programme includes a compulsory four-week field school in the summer before Year 2, where youll develop essential practical archaeological skills through hands-on excavation experience.<br/><br/>For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/archaeology-ug/ba-archaeology-and-anthropology