Archaeology | Bournemouth University

Course summary

Evidence shows there’s been a huge surge in demand for archaeologists in the UK following a sharp rise in infrastructure projects, so there’s never been a better time to study this degree at BU.

Why study BSc (Hons) Archaeology at BU?

Combine academic study and practical experience and become highly skilled in all forms of landscape survey, remote sensing, excavation and recording.
Learn through expert-led lectures, seminars and an exciting range of relevant fieldwork opportunities all over the UK
Undertake a five-week or optional 30-week work placement, you may get to take part in excavations organised by our active team of archaeologists
Attend BU’s Field School, a large scale real site excavation where students have discovered significant finds that have changed the way we view the past
Within 15 months of completing their course, 80% of our graduates were in employment or further study. (source DiscoverUni 2023).

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) (formerly Institute of Field Archaeologists)

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: F400
Institution code:: B50

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Entry requirements

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