13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
The Archaeology degree programme offers exciting opportunities to learn both in the classroom and in the field. You will learn from experts who are at the cutting edge of field research and will take part in hands-on learning through practical archaeological investigations. You will also gain experience in laboratory techniques, which are a key part of understanding and working with the material remains of the past. The skills you develop here will be useful both during the course and in your future career. Archaeology is all about exploring the human past through the artefacts people have left behind. Some of the material remains we study include stone tools, pottery, and bones. By examining these we can find out how people lived and how their societies were organised. We learn about the ways humanity interacted with the environments around them and how their ideas about the world can be seen in the things they made. Understanding the past also means looking at the bigger picture, including historic buildings, monuments, and landscapes. We explore how humans have used the land and how environmental change affected their lives. To understand how people lived, we also need to learn about their beliefs and how they viewed themselves and others in both life and death. All this information helps us see how human development has shaped the world we live in today. To study archaeology effectively, it is important to think about theoretical and ethical questions. These include issues like heritage, representation, and the impact of technology on our understanding of the past. We also examine how digital applications can help us learn more about ancient societies. By exploring these areas, we can better understand the evolution of the human body, mind, and ideas over time. In this programme, you will have the chance to develop a wide range of skills across different areas of study. You will learn archaeological methods that help you examine and interpret the human past. This includes using modern technology and techniques to study ancient DNA and artefacts. You will also take part in field research, which will give you the opportunity to apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings. By the end of the course, you will have a deeper understanding of archaeology and the human past. You will be well-equipped with the skills needed to explore how people lived and how their lives have influenced the world we know today. This programme prepares you for a future in archaeology and related fields, opening doors to further study and a range of exciting careers.
Modules
Year 1 introduces the fundamentals of Archaeology and the Humanities, where you’ll explore the basics of the discipline. You’ll learn about different cultures and the development of societies from Egypt to the Near East. Optional modules provide a strong foundation in understanding the formation of human societies and their interactions with their environments. Compulsory Exploring the Humanities (20 credits) Introduction to Archaeology (20 credits) Optional From Egypt to the Near East: phenomena of the Mediterranean (20 credits) Hieroglyphs 1 (20 credits) Into the Field (20 credits) What makes civilisation? (20 credits) Death, Burial and the Afterlife (20 credits) Myths and Mythology: How Stories Shape the World (20 credits) Doing Archaeology: The Past in Practice (20 credits) Year 2 focuses on expanding your knowledge and applying it to more complex topics. Through flexible modules you’ll gain insight into how artefacts and archaeological methods shape our understanding of past human behaviours and societal structures. This year offers rich opportunities to examine how past societies confronted and adapted to challenges, deepening your analytical skills. Optional Human Evolution: origins of modern human behaviour (20 credits) Heritage and Archaeology of Conflict (20 credits) Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits) Households in the ancient world (20 credits) Hieroglyphs 1 (20 credits) Ancestors, Death and Burial (20 credits) Thinking With Things (20 credits) Animals in Archaeology (20 credits) (Re)presenting and (Re)constructing the Past (20 credits) Difficult Heritage/ Dark Tourism (20 credits) Art and Ancient Egypt 4000BC to the 2020ies: Exhibiting artistic representations (20 credits) Excavation and Fieldwork (20 credits) Ancient Lives in Death (20 credits) Entanglements: Exploring Interactions between the Aegean and the Near East (20 credits) Museums, Heritage and Representation (20 credits) Medicine and Miracles: Health, Illness, and Cure (20 credits) Professional Placement (20 credits) Thinking Through History - Independent Project Year 3 involves a significant research component through the Independent Project, allowing you to investigate an area of personal interest in depth. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore specialised topics. Fieldwork and excavation modules offer practical experience, enhancing your ability to conduct independent research and analysis. This final year synthesises your learning, preparing you for further study or a career in archaeology and related fields. Compulsory Independent Project (40 credits) Optional Hieroglyphs 1 (20 credits) Into the Field (20 credits) Death, Burial and the Afterlife (20 credits) Exploring the Humanities (20 credits) What makes civilisation? (20 credits) Ancestors, Death and Burial (20 credits) Thinking With Things (20 credits) Animals in Archaeology (20 credits) Excavation and Fieldwork (20 credits) (Re)presenting and (Re)constructing the Past (20 credits) Difficult Heritage/ Dark Tourism (20 credits) Ancient Lives in Death (20 credits) Entanglements: Exploring Interactions between the Aegean and the Near East (20 credits) Households in the ancient world (20 credits) Human Evolution: origins of modern human behaviour (20 credits) Independent Project (40 credits) Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits) Heritage & Archaeology of Conflict (20 credits) Art and Ancient Egypt 4000BC to the 2020ies: Exhibiting artistic representations (20 credits)
Assessment method
The programme is assessed in a variety of ways. It will include several of the following type of assessment: essays of 1,000 to 4,000 words in length, document analysis, book/ journal reviews, short reports and reflective journals, time tests, field journals, posters, group and individual presentations.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- V400
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- Carmarthen Campus
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Visa and funding requirements If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 112 points
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | Year 1 |
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
The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.
Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.
Students are expected to submit 2 hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.
Optional Field trip:
The faculty works to ensure that there is a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.
Fieldwork (depending on where the student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
Individual trips: c. £5 - £50
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP