Archaeology Degrees Abroad
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Archaeology Degrees Abroad
International Hellenic University (IHU)
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MA in the Classical Archaeology and the Ancient History of Macedonia
- Thessaloniki, Greece
- Online
MA
Full time, Part time
3 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
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The MA in the Classical Archaeology and the Ancient History of Macedonia Programme is being offered by the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Economics of the University Center of International Programmes of Studies of the International Hellenic University.
University of Kent
BA (Hons) Classical Studies with Archaeology
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Delve into the classical world and uncover the cultures, myths, histories and legacies of the civilisations that shaped it. At Kent, you will develop new skills, and gain valuable experience ready for a wide range of careers, from archaeology to the heritage industry – or further afield - a degree in BA (Hons) Classical Studies with Archaeology from Kent is the first step to wherever you want to go.
Universitat de Barcelona
Master's Degree in Advanced Studies in Archaeology
- Barcelona, Spain
Master
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
Spanish, English
The Master's Degree in Advanced Studies in Archaeology of the University of Barcelona offers advanced training at the forefront of current archaeological studies, which allow students to approach archaeology from a different perspective, taking advantage of the latest methodological and scientific advances available in the search for answers to archeological problems. It is therefore a highly multidisciplinary cross-cutting master's degree, where in addition to the tools traditionally used in archaeological studies, a whole series of disciplines, methods and techniques from other fields such as geology, geography, anthropology, biology, chemistry or conservation are used. This line of research is what is covered internationally under the umbrella term archeometry.
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Anthropology - Archaeology
- Carson, USA
Bachelor
On-Campus
English
The Department of Anthropology offers undergraduate students course work in the five anthropological subdisciplines: Ethnology, Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Applied Anthropology and Anthropological Linguistics. In addition, courses focus on contemporary disciplinary research, area studies and societal applications of anthropological knowledge.
Eötvös Loránd University
MA in Archaeology
- Budapest, Hungary
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The goal of the program is to train professionals who are capable of practicing archaeology with their acquired general knowledge in archaeology and in selected specializations. The program provides comprehensive knowledge of a number of fields in the archaeology of Central Europe and Eurasia. It focuses on topics such as the archaeology of rituals, the archaeology of art, styles, and identities, the archaeology of war, the archaeology of feasts and food, social archaeology, the archaeology of death, trade, transport, and mobility.
University of Bradford
BSc (Hons) Archaeology
- Bradford, United Kingdom
BSc
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Our degree in Archaeology integrates traditional archaeology with the practical application of scientific methods that are applied to today’s archaeology. It is a professionally-focused degree in archaeology with a strong fieldwork component and a focus on human osteology or the environment.
University of Cyprus
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Master in Digital Heritage and Landscape Archaeology
- Aglantzia, Cyprus
Master
Full time
3 semesters
On-Campus
English
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The Master’s programme Digital Heritage and Landscape Archaeology of the University of Cyprus is a unique postgraduate programme in the area of the E. Mediterranean that offers a concrete interdisciplinary academic course platform dealing with the application of spatial technologies and GeoInformatics in the wider domain of Digital Humanities.
Leiden University
BA Archaeology
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Archaeology in Leiden encompasses the study of societies, cultures, and human behaviour from the past, aiming to reconstruct and revive them. With our mix of education and research you lay a strong foundation for an international career in archaeology or heritage management.
King's College London - Faculty of Arts & Humanities
MA in Classical Art and Archaeology
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MA in Classical Art and Archaeology course offers you the opportunity to study Greek and Roman art and archaeology at one of the largest Classics departments in the UK. The course is intercollegiate with options taught at King’s, UCL and Royal Holloway and you can take advantage of our close links to the Institute of Classical Studies, one of the UK’s best Classical libraries.
University College Dublin
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MSc Archaeology
- Dublin, Ireland
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
Blended
English
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UCD School of Archaeology's MSc/GradDiploma in Archaeology is designed for students interested in the challenges and opportunities of studying the human past. Archaeology is the discipline of things, exploring how people in the past created unique societies through their construction, use and perception of landscapes, plants, animals and things.
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities
MA (Archaeology)
- Pretoria, South Africa
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
A student for a master’s degree must complete his or her studies within four years after first registering for the degree. The study comprises a 30 000-50 000 word dissertation based on an research proposal approved by the Research Proposal and Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Humanities (see requirement for preparatory year).
University of Siena
Archaeology
- Siena, Italy
Master
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
Italian
If you are looking for a Master’s Degree that opens new doors to the profession of archaeologist, then Siena is the right choice. Here you will find a Degree Course in Archaeology that has just been renewed to balance historical training with technologies, to offer new perspectives on the archaeological method, to build new and experimental visions of the past with archaeological research. The Master’s Degree in Archaeology of Siena forms archaeologists able to develop their careers in research, in institutions of protection, in societies and cooperatives that operate in all activities in the field, in the laboratory, in museums and in dissemination.
Selinus University of Sciences and Literature
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Archaeology
- Bologna, Italy
- Ragusa, Italy
PhD
24 months
Distance Learning
English
A thesis for this research programme must explore human societies of the past using their material remains and must implement the development of archaeology as a scientific discipline. Archaeological methods and theories should be explained using case studies from the continents of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and the Americas.
Terra Nova University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research in Archaeology
- Ragusa, Italy
PhD
Full time, Part time
1 semester
Distance Learning
English, Spanish, Italian
A thesis for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research in Archaeology must explore human societies of the past using their material remains and must implement the development of archaeology as a scientific discipline. Archaeological methods and theories should be explained using case studies from the continents of Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas. The dissertation should include the latest developments in this field and present theories and practices found in scientific reality concerning the latest archaeological discoveries.
University of Groningen
MA in Archaeology (Research)
- Groningen, Netherlands
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The MA Archaeology (Research) has been designated the best graduate program in Archaeology in the Netherlands, for two years in a row. The program offers a combination of taught courses and (a broad range of) elective components, with a challenging multidisciplinary approach. There is close monitoring of progress and intensive supervision by high-quality researchers in small groups.
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Why study an archaeology degree abroad?
If you’re endlessly fascinated by history and culture and have an interest in science, archaeology could be a perfect blend of those interests. Archaeology is the scientific study of peoples of the past, their culture and their relationship with their environment. This is achieved through excavating, recording and analyzing artifacts, architecture, topography and biofacts.
Studying archaeology abroad, depending on the location, could give you excellent access to sites with remains and historic sites. As most archaeology programs require hands-on field research, you’ll come away from you degree program with great experience that can help you transition either to an advanced degree or a career.
What are the prerequisites for studying archaeology abroad?
The prerequisites for studying archaeology will depends on the level of degree program you’re applying to.Bachelor’s programs in archaeology will likely want to see some foundation in mathematics and science (such as biology) as well as English, as archaeology will also require you to take writing-intensive coursework across the humanities. For more advanced degrees like master's or Ph.D. programs, a bachelor’s in archaeology will likely be required or preferred, although some programs will accept degrees in similar fields like anthropology or history as long as you explain in your personal statement why you’re interested in archaeology specifically.
Many, but not all, archaeology programs will require you to demonstrate the knowledge of a second language relating to your archaeological focus to complete the degree, so be aware that language classes will likely be a part of your curriculum.

What will I learn studying archaeology abroad?
Like many degrees that straddle the line between humanities and science, archaeology degrees often come in two forms: bachelor’s and master’s of arts or bachelor’s and master’s of science. The difference will be in the focus of the coursework, although both forms of degrees with prepare you for a myriad of archaeology-related careers. For example, a bachelor of science degree in archaeology will likely expose you to more quantitative skills than a more general, liberal-arts approach.
Regardless of the focus of the degree, you’ll be exposed to a variety of exciting and diverse courses that may include:
- Archaeological field methods
- Cultural anthropology
- History of archaeological thought
- Human evolution
- Bronze age civilizations
- Archaeological illustration
Archaeology degrees tend to be hands-on, so your program will likely require you to participate in research on archaeological sites or in laboratories.
What can I do with an archaeology degree?
Once you have completed your archaeology degree, jobs tend to fall within four key categories:
Education
Archaeologists within the academic sector can be found teaching a variety of subjects within colleges and universities. Subjects include anthropology, archaeology, art history, architecture, classics, history, and theology. During summer months the opportunity exists for academic archaeologists to conduct field research funded by grants or contracts from their school or private organisations, before returning to teach at the start of the academic year.
Museums
Museum curators are responsible for creating exhibits and maintaining the museum’s collections. Such archaeologists usually hold a Ph.D.
Government
Most governments employ a significant number of archaeologists due to the variety of activities conducted by state departments; construction, planning, conservation restrictions and protected habitats being but some of the areas that can require archaeological attention.
Private sector archaeology
Due to conservation laws, there is a demand for archaeologists to work in the private sector to excavate and document archaeological finds; mainly through construction projects.