MSc Bioarchaeology: Zooarchaeology
University of Exeter
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OverviewOur Zooarchaeology course combines traditional archaeology with branches of natural sciences to examine animal remains and their importance in understanding a broad range of economic and cultural issuesYou will study faunal evidence to develop an understanding of past human interactions with animals and will learn how to interpret past patterns of hunting and husbandry within their environmental and social contextOur bioarchaeology lab is dedicated to the study of anatomical variation, ...Read more

Overview

  • Our Zooarchaeology course combines traditional archaeology with branches of natural sciences to examine animal remains and their importance in understanding a broad range of economic and cultural issues
  • You will study faunal evidence to develop an understanding of past human interactions with animals and will learn how to interpret past patterns of hunting and husbandry within their environmental and social context
  • Our bioarchaeology lab is dedicated to the study of anatomical variation, palaeopathological conditions, and the funerary context of human and animal remains
  • This fast-advancing field combines archaeology with branches of natural sciences

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Entry requirements

We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in their first degree in archaeology, history, ancient history, anthropology, biology, geography, geology, chemistry, heritage, or similar. While we normally only consider applicants who meet these criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. For applicants from different academic backgrounds or with relevant work experience, please use your Personal Statement to provide additional information.

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£12,500 per year

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Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter, Devon) 110.88 - 193.41 per week

£25,300 per year

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Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter, Devon) 110.88 - 193.41 per week

£25,300 per year

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Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter, Devon) 110.88 - 193.41 per week

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University of Exeter
Northcote House Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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