Historical Archaeology BA (Hons)

Course Overview - Historical Archaeology BA (Hons)

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 History degree but also have a passion for historic sites, material culture or museums, our BA Historical Archaeology gives you the best of both worlds.

Our department is world-renowned for the advanced study of archaeology. We’re friendly and welcoming...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

10/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD

Application Details

Course Code

V401

Institution Code

Y50

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Access to HE Diploma

D:30,M:15

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

34

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDM

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

DDM

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D3,M2,M2

Extended Project

C

If you achieve C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.

A level

A,B,B

T Level

We consider a range of T Level qualifications. Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

A

B

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

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Fees and funding

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,250
EU, International £25,800

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