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Archaeology at University of Reading - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Course summary

Our flexible MA Archaeology course prepares you for a career in research, the commercial sector or heritage management. Study at the UK's top university for archaeological research The University is in the top 50 in the world for Archaeology (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025, Archaeology. The University of Reading is ranked 49th in the world). The University of Reading 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 Research Excellence Framework, 2021). What you'll study This course allows you to discover archaeology for the first time, or deepen your existing knowledge. You'll gain an effective grounding in archaeological practice and research. Choose from a variety of options, including:

  • specialisms from the palaeolithic to medieval period
  • theoretical approaches and contemporary challenges
  • heritage practice
  • professional placements
  • integrated social and scientific approaches
  • post-excavation and graphics skills.
For more information, please visit our programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/archaeology-pg/ma-archaeology

Modules

Sample modules may include:

  • Theoretical Approaches and Contemporary Challenges in Archaeology
  • Food and Culture
  • From Excavation to Publication: Professional Practice in Archaeology
  • Beyond the Written Word: Archaeological Perspectives on Historical Societies
These are the modules that we currently offer for 2025/26 entry. They may be subject to change as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Check our website for more details about the course structure.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Your degree should be in archaeology, history, environmental studies or any related field. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent)

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Archaeology at University of Reading - UCAS