Archaeology ,DipHE

This course will introduce you to key themes in the study of archaeology and enable you to further your knowledge of the wide chronological and geographical range of the discipline. You will develop your ability to draw upon appropriate archaeological theories, methods, techniques and concepts in order to develop your understanding of the past.

We have been successfully teaching distance learning courses to students around the world since 1996. This course is based on our extensive experience in developing and teaching archaeology and our world-leading research. Our modules are designed to inspire you and enable you to gain a wider knowledge of your chosen topic.

We will provide you with an intellectually challenging and stimulating curriculum that draws on the expertise of staff from the School of Archaeology and Ancient History. We have a proven track record of successfully delivering distance learning courses that will help you gain the transferable skills necessary for successful career development or further academic study. As a result, our courses are highly valued by employers, who recognise the key transferable and subject-specific skills gained.

Throughout your degree there are several opportunities for you to develop and enhance your practical skills through fieldwork and laboratory work.

What's the difference?

BA/Diploma/Certificate

If you know from the outset that you can’t, or don’t want to, commit to a full BA, you can apply for the Certificate or Diploma only. Similarly, if for any reason, after you have applied, you are unable to complete the full BA course, you can opt to leave at the end of Level 1 with a Certificate or at the end of Level 2 with a Diploma.

Levels and Qualifications

• Level 1 - Certificate (1 year full-time, 2 years part-time)
• Levels 1 and 2 - Diploma (2 years full-time, 4 years part-time)
• Levels 1, 2 and 3 - BA (3 years full-time, 6 years part-time)

If you have studied Archaeology at undergraduate level before, it may be possible for you to transfer the credits from your previous study. For example, if you already hold a Certificate in Archaeology, you may be able to enter the courses at the Level 2/Diploma stage. In order for us to assess your eligibility to transfer credits, we will need to see a transcript of any credits you have achieved to date, showing the title of all modules and the marks/grades awarded.

Taster module

Perhaps you don’t want a formal qualification, but would just like to study archaeology or ancient history for interest? It's possible to study the Level 1 module Aims and Methods in Archaeology without registering for a formal qualification. Successful completion of this taster module will entitle you to a transcript formally recording your achievement and you may be able to count the credits achieved on that module towards further undergraduate study at Leicester or elsewhere at a later date.

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.