BA (Hons) Archaeology

Evidence suggests that there has been a significant increase in demand for archaeologists in the UK as a result of a sharp increase in infrastructure projects, so there has never been a better time to study this degree at BU. Take the degree as a BA or BSc depending on whether you prefer arts- or science-based path. Everyone studies the same first year, so transferring from one to the other is simple.
Become an expert in all aspects of landscape surveying, remote sensing, excavation, and recording.
Attend expert-led lectures, seminars, and a diverse range of relevant fieldwork opportunities across the UK. BU's Field School is a large-scale real-world excavation where students have discovered significant finds that have altered our understanding of the past. Our final-year students gave the course a 90% satisfaction rating.

Course accreditation

This course is among the first to receive joint accreditation from the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, and the University Archaeology UK group (UK). Choosing an accredited degree is widely recognized as the first step on a career path leading to professional status.

• GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. 
• 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
• 102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
•  IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in either reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components, or equivalent.

Our Archaeology degrees teach you the skills you need to work in the field as well as a slew of transferable skills that can be applied to a variety of roles in other industries. Many of our graduates go on to work for archaeology and historical preservation organizations. Archaeologists are in high demand, and the profession has been added to the government's list of skilled occupation shortages. 90% of our students are employed or pursuing further education within fifteen months of completing the course.

Our graduates go on to work in a wide range of positions, utilizing their transferrable skills in the positions and areas listed below:

• Archaeologist
• Commercial Heritage, museums, conservation trusts, and tourism
• Data management and analysis
• Education, higher education, research, and academia
• Historical preservation
• Commercial archaeology excavation and consultancy
• Local government services, charities, social research and policy, health and social work, development,
• Law, law enforcement, forensic science, scene of crime, and police forces
• Overseas agencies and international organizations