Archaeology (PhD/MPhil)
Cardiff University
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Based in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion, you join a vibrant academic and research community, proud of our reputation for training the next generation of researchers. Supervised by experts, our postgraduates encounter exciting opportunities to debate and exchange ideas, whether through our internationally-connected Research Centres or numerous seminar series. Our projects across disciplines continue to advance research, supported by partners ranging from the Arts and Humanities ...Read more

Based in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion, you join a vibrant academic and research community, proud of our reputation for training the next generation of researchers. Supervised by experts, our postgraduates encounter exciting opportunities to debate and exchange ideas, whether through our internationally-connected Research Centres or numerous seminar series. Our projects across disciplines continue to advance research, supported by partners ranging from the Arts and Humanities Research Council to the Wellcome Trust. We offer a full range of expertise in the archaeology of Britain, Europe and the Mediterranean from 5000 BC-1000 AD, with particular strengths in the following research areas: British Prehistory, European Neolithic, The Celtic World, The Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, Medieval Culture and Society, Greek and Roman Worlds, Ancient Egypt, Numismatics, Ancient Technologies and Materials Analysis, Bioarchaeology and Archaeological Heritage Management. Full-time duration - PhD 3 years, MPhil 1 year

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06 Mar 25

It’s nice that there are so many resources dedicated to student wellbeing and teachers are really passionate. It would be great if they stopped cutting courses and..Read more

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28 Jan 25

I'm getting lost sometimes on the campus but so far it's great..Read more

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Suitable for graduates in archaeology, history, ancient history, conservation science and chemistry, and other related and relevant disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and biological and physical sciences. Applicants should normally possess a master's degree in a subject related to their research interests.

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Living Cost- The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is £1,023 per month. The fee mentioned is for 2024/25 entry and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025/26 entry.

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