Archaeology degrees in South East England

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Canterbury Christ Church University

2 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 25th
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WUSCA ranking: 59th
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More vegan food on campus would be appreciated but there are options. Changes to the way wellbeing works has made things difficult, for me. Support from PAT has been great but Support from studentzone/wellbeing less so. Easy access location, on a unesco site, which is such a privilege.

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Archaeology - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • The Archaeological Apprentice
  • Trojans to Romans
  • Prehistoric Worlds
  • Student Success Modules
  • Medieval Matters
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Archaeology with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Canterbury in the World
  • Student Success Modules
  • The Fearless Learner
  • The Big Picture
  • The Power of Arts, Humanities and Education
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University of Reading

17 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 11th
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Generally, the facilities on offer are well designed and accessible. The distance of the university from London makes it fairly attractive, and the campus is among the more unique offerings across the UK. I found some sports societies to be a little on the expensive side, and having had to commute for part of my time as a student, the student life aspect hasn't always been the best or most exciting.

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Archaeology - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Archaeology today: methods and practice
  • Early Empires: Mesopotamia, Egypt & Rome
  • Revolutions in Human Behaviour: 4 Million Years BC to the Present
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  • Archaeology Today: Methods and Practice
  • Early Empires: Mesopotamia, Egypt And Rome
  • Revolutions in Human Behaviour: 4 Million Years BC to the Present
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University of Winchester

6 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 24th
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it is a very green campus with lovely up to date libraries and accommodation. it is close to town and the train station makes it easy to go southampton for a night out. unfortunately not a great nightlife, SU is good but queue for hours to get in, and no clubs in the town.

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University of Southampton

13 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 7th
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WUSCA ranking: 64th
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The best aspects are that the teachers are helpful and experienced and so it helps with learning, however there could be more help with exam resources such as more practice questions for the exam to get the most support

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Archaeology (BA)
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  • Archaeological Methods for Fieldwork and Analysis
  • Emergence of Civilisation: domesticating ourselves and others
  • Human Origins
  • The Development of Archaeological and Anthropological Thought
  • Wonderful things: World history in 40 objects
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Archaeology with Year Abroad (BA)
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  • Archaeological Methods for Fieldwork and Analysis
  • Emergence of Civilisation: domesticating ourselves and others
  • Human Origins
  • The Development of Archaeological and Anthropological Thought
  • Wonderful things: World history in 40 objects
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Royal Holloway, University of London

1 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
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I find the location, community and campus feel very peaceful and relaxing, and the education provided is good quality and varied. There could be more support for students who struggle to fit in with the student body, e.g., more help and encouragement to join societies or opportunities to socialise with peers.

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Classical Archaeology and Ancient History - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Greek History and the City State
  • Introduction to Greek Archaeology
  • Introduction to Roman Archaeology
  • Key Themes in Roman History
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University of Kent

2 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 15th
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The university has a great campus and student support is active in checking in on student’s mental health and providing support both for mental health and academic reasons. The society’s provide a great opportunity to socialise and improve student night life. However, the stud student union function more as a business than as a study body representation. They charge for hot water in the campus library, taking advantage of students that cannot afford basics as they are in need of money, themselves. They need more funding.

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Stage 1
  • CLAS3290 - Introduction to Archaeology
  • CLAS3670 - Classical Archaeology: Great Sites, Key Issues
  • CLAS3680 - Introduction to Greek Civilisation
  • CLAS3690 - Introduction to Roman Civilisation
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Birkbeck, University of London

4 archaeology courses LONDON
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All staff in university is eager to help you with any kind of questions or problems. At lectures teachers are really engaging and supportive. You never notice how quick time flies during lectures. Especially, before any assignments you are given every detail about it, so you are well prepared and not scared at all. Birkbeck suggests a lot of opportunities for busy social life, where you can meet lots of enthusiastic people, and opportunities for future career such as additional workshops, professional guests, etc. I love being a part of this community!

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Archaeology - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Approaching the Past
  • Discovering Archaeology: From Field to Finds Room
  • Thames through Time: Birkbeck/MOLA Field School
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Archaeology with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
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  • Approaching the Past
  • Discovering Archaeology: From Field to Finds Room
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University of Oxford

3 archaeology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 2nd
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Great buildings and location with great transport links to major cities. Being taught by people who are the best in that field and being able to contribute to their research at an early time in your studies. The tutorial system with very few people in classes making learning much more interactive.

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UCL (University College London)

8 archaeology courses LONDON
Subject ranking: 3rd
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I love all the student deals. However, I feel like many of the student activity processes could be streamlined as it seems so overwhelming as a foreigner/first-year. Like, having to book a ticket, but then still waiting in line or an event being overbooked via ticketing that people are dissuaded to come. Then, when the event takes place, the ticket holders don’t even come.

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Archaeology
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Year 1
  • Field Methods
  • Introduction to Archaeology
  • Introduction to Social Anthropology
  • People and Environments
  • Sites and Artefacts
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Archaeology - BA (Hons)
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  • Field Methods
  • Introduction to Archaeology
  • Introduction to Social Anthropology
  • People and Environments
  • Sites and Artefacts
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The location in central London not far from where the UKs decisions are made is amazing. The library has most of the resources I need and if you can’t find something the library staff will happily try and make it available. The thing where the uni lets us down the most is admin.

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Year 1
  • Beginners Greek Language
  • Beginners Latin Language
  • Intermediate Greek
  • Intermediate Latin
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