University of Bradford

Program Information

Degree Offered

MSc

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

This course is designed to give graduates a systematic training in the application of scientific methods in archaeology and is appropriate for students with either humanities or science-based academic backgrounds. It combines introductions to scientific principles and practices with a wide choice of specialist modules, including practical experience in the extensive suite of laboratories. Graduates from the course have found it an excellent foundation from which to pursue further research or to enter relevant employment.

Students normally follow one of three pathways. Within Archaeological Materials there are opportunities to study archaeometallurgy, ceramics and lithics, in combination with analytical methods. Environmental Archaeology focuses on subsistence and health through studies of animal bones, plant remains and biomarkers in human and non-human hard tissue. It also introduces environmental issues which impact on humans, including environmental change. Archaeological Geosciences allows students to specialise in dating, site location and biomolecular studies of human remains and artefacts.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No