BA Archaeology with Professional Placement

Course Overview This four-year accredited degree immerses you in the investigation of past societies while providing invaluable real-world experience through a dedicated professional placement year. You will develop a powerful blend of academic knowledge and practical, transferable skills by learning to excavate, analyze, and interpret material remains. The course is designed to make you highly employable, preparing you for a growing job market in commercial archaeology, heritage, and a wide range of other sectors. Key Program Highlights Integrated professional placement year to gain hands-on experience and build your professional network within the archaeology and heritage sectors. Develop practical expertise through direct involvement in excavations, surveying, GIS (geographic information systems), and laboratory analysis. Accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), offering student membership and access to professional resources and job opportunities. Curriculum examines critical global issues through a long-term perspective, connecting past human development to present-day challenges. Flexible program with a wide range of optional modules, allowing you to tailor your studies to specific interests and career goals.