Archaeology BSc - Clearing

Course overview

This Archaeology BSc Honours degree emphasises the use of archaeological sciences in both field and laboratory work. You'll become adept at using scientific techniques and develop a range of skills, so you're ready for a career in the heritage sector, and beyond.

You'll explore the North East - a region steeped in history - and have opportunities to go abroad on field trips.

You’ll begin your degree with an introduction to the discipline of archaeology. You will explore how archaeology has changed our understanding of the past, before learning more specialist analytical techniques and focusing on specific cultures or global regions.

As you progress through your degree, you’ll choose from a diverse range of modules and tailor your options to fit your interests.

Teaching methods

You will learn from a dynamic range of methods and activities, including:

• lectures
• seminars
• tutorials
• workshops
• practical activities
• site visits
• fieldwork training
• independent study

Research skills

You’ll have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to spend the summer following your second year working alongside academic staff on your own research project.

In your final year, using the skills developed during your degree, you’ll write a dissertation on a topic of your own choosing. During this, you’ll hone your investigative skills as you undertake independent research with access to extensive print and electronic resources, as well as archives and special collections.

Your future

Some of our graduates opt for careers in the heritage sector working for government, museums and private consultancies, such as:

• English Heritage
• National Trust
• British Museum
• National Parks
• Headland Archaeology
• Wardell Armstrong Archaeology Services
• MOLA Headland Infrastructure
• Northern Archaeological Associates
• Pre-Construct Archaeology Limited