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Course summary

Our course provides a thorough grounding in the current archaeological theory and method, and will lead to the completion of a 28,000-word Research Dissertation. We offer supervision in a broad range of archaeological and heritage subjects and topics for Britain and neighbouring regions. Our areas of research expertise include: the history and theory of archaeology; Mesolithic archaeology; Iron Age and Roman Britain; Anglo- Saxon and Viking Age archaeology; geoarchaeology; mortuary archaeology; archaeologies of memory, materiality and material culture; art and aesthetics; stone sculpture; and literary heritage.

Modules

Core Modules: Research skills in archaeology and heritage; research dissertation, Optional Modules include: Archaeological Heritage in Practice; Mortuary Archaeology; Archaeology and the Body; Landscapes and Memory

Assessment method

Assessment for the core modules is via written work and other methods equivalent to approximately 4,000 words per 20-credit module. The Research Dissertation will be approximately 28,000 words in length.


Entry requirements

UK/EU Applicants: A good second class-honours degree or equivalent qualification in archaeology or any relevant discipline is required. Applicants will be required to produce up to 300 words describing their research topic, and attend an interview. International Applicants: See Providers website


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Additional fee information

Please see our website for current fee information https://www1.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate/postgraduate-finance/postgraduate-fees/postgraduate-fees-2022-23

Provider information

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University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ


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01244 567470

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Additional information

Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Friday's 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, Except: Thursday 18th August 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Friday 19th August 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Saturday 20th August 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sunday 21st August 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Saturday 27th August 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday 28th August 10:00 am to 4:00 pm,


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Archaeology at University of Chester - UCAS