PhD Archaeology
University of Reading
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FEB-26

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Work with world-leading archaeologists at the University of Reading to pursue your own research career. Our expertise spans the Palaeolithic to the Medieval periods, and regions of the world including the UK, Europe, Middle East, South America and China. The University of Reading is renowned for its archaeological research: it is ranked 1st in the UK for research quality and research outputs in Archaeology (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, based on its analysis of the ...Read more

Work with world-leading archaeologists at the University of Reading to pursue your own research career. Our expertise spans the Palaeolithic to the Medieval periods, and regions of the world including the UK, Europe, Middle East, South America and China. The University of Reading is renowned for its archaeological research: it is ranked 1st in the UK for research quality and research outputs in Archaeology (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, based on its analysis of the latest REF 2021).

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Ben
22 Feb 24

The university has helped me all the way in terms of disability and how I tackle the work. I am always welcome to ask for help and I receive a lot of it when needed. The worst..Read more

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Darrah
29 Jan 23

The university is a very welcoming place. The archaeology department is like a very close kit family, where an open-door policy and support are unrivalled. The ability to explore..Read more

Entry requirements

To be accepted on our PhD programme, you will need a Bachelor's degree of at least a 2:1 (or equivalent), or a master's degree, in a subject related to your proposed PhD research topic.

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£5,006 per year

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£21,250 per year

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£21,250 per year

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Latest Archaeology reviews

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Ben
22 Feb 24
Archaeology - BA (Hons)
The university has helped me all the way in terms of disability and how I tackle the work. I am always welcome to ask for help and I receive a lot of it when needed. The worst...
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Darrah
29 Jan 23
Archaeology with Professional Placement - BA (Hons)
The university is a very welcoming place. The archaeology department is like a very close kit family, where an open-door policy and support are unrivalled. The ability to explore...
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University of Reading
Henley Business School University of Reading Whiteknights Reading RG6 6UD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Earley  0.7 miles away

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