Archaeology (by research) MA
University of York
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Our Masters by research degree offers academic independence and the chance to develop your research skills. Youll focus on an individual project and study advanced taught modules relevant to your research topic. As an MA researcher in archaeology, youll have the opportunity to build expertise in a subject area youre passionate about. We offer programmes in Archaeological Studies and Conservation Studies. Study the human past or develop creative approaches to the conservation of our heritage. ...Read more

Our Masters by research degree offers academic independence and the chance to develop your research skills. You'll focus on an individual project and study advanced taught modules relevant to your research topic. As an MA researcher in archaeology, you'll have the opportunity to build expertise in a subject area you're passionate about. We offer programmes in Archaeological Studies and Conservation Studies. Study the human past or develop creative approaches to the conservation of our heritage. The focus of your work will be an independent research project. We provide training and support equipping you with skills in a wide range of research methods to enhance your growing expertise. Your research will culminate in a dissertation of up to 30,000 words. Although there is no required taught component, you can choose to study taught Masters' modules to support your background knowledge or methodological approaches to your research. Your supervisor can advise on the most relevant modules to your degree.

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maddie
27 Feb 24

The only negative is that the accommodation is really expensive. Otherwise, the course is well structured, interesting and there is lots of support from lecturers and supervisors...Read more

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Melissa
21 Feb 24

Beautiful campus, and the Archaeology program is one of the best with excellent teaching staff who reply quickly and are incredibly helpful. On the down side, tuition for an..Read more

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You should have, or be about to complete, an undergraduate degree at First or 2:1 in Archaeology or in a relevant allied discipline.

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£5,006 per year

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£24,500 per year

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maddie
27 Feb 24
Historical Archaeology - BA (Hons)
The only negative is that the accommodation is really expensive. Otherwise, the course is well structured, interesting and there is lots of support from lecturers and supervisors....
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Melissa
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Beautiful campus, and the Archaeology program is one of the best with excellent teaching staff who reply quickly and are incredibly helpful. On the down side, tuition for an...
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University of York
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Nearest train station: York  0.2 miles away

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