Course summary
This Research in the Archaeology Department covers human origins through to the recent past, and is characterised by theoretically informed field-based approaches and a strong commitment to methodological innovation. Our staff and research students work in Britain, mainland Europe, Asia, Africa, and North and South America, and in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework the Department was ranked 4th in the UK for world-leading and internationally excellent research. Our research can be grouped into the following themes
- Archaeology of the Americas
- Bioarchaeology
- Experimental archaeology
- Landscape archaeology
- Material culture and social agency
- Wetlands, coastal and maritime landscapes
Modules
For a full list of compulsory and optional modules please visit our course page.
Assessment method
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How to apply
International applicants
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Entry requirements
To be considered, PhD applicants need to meet the following entry requirements: A good undergraduate degree (in the UK, at least an upper second class honours) in a relevant subject A taught Masters degree in a relevant subject Requirements for international students If you are an international student, please visit our international equivalency pages to enable you to see if your existing academic qualifications meet our entry requirements. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Sponsorship information
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.
Provider information
University of Exeter
Northcote House
The Queen's Drive
Exeter
EX4 4QJ
Course contact details
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