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    Archaeology or Anthropology, PhD/MSc by Research

    University of Central Lancashire

    University of Central Lancashire

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    United Kingdom, Preston

    University RankQS Ranking
    995

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Research

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    preston

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026
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    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 17,900  / year
    Next Intake January-2026

    Archaeology or Anthropology, PhD/MSc by Research

    About

    Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Central Lancashire provides a diverse and dynamic environment for postgraduate research students. We have a highly productive group of academic staff, all of whom are research active, working on ground-breaking projects. Our staff have a proven track-record as research degree supervisors: over the past ten years 22 students have successfully completed research degrees in these subjects. Our expertise covers humanities, social sciences and science, and field-based research.

    Our state-of-the-art facilities include an archaeological science laboratory with areas for processing finds, a soil flotation unit, a dedicated bone lab for the analysis of skeletal remains, stable isotope preparation lab and a suite of cutting edge geophysical and excavation equipment. Plus, our teaching collection includes one of the largest anthropological collections of human remains in the country.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    4-year Degree from Government University / Recognised Private University GPA 2.5/4 (C+) (Above Average) on the 4 point scale or 3/5 (70-75%) (C) (Good+) on the 5 point scale

    Associate Degree AND2-year Degree from Government University / Recognised Private University GPA 2.5/4 (C+) (Above Average) on the 4 point scale or 3/5 (70-75%) (C) (Good+) on the 5 point scale

    Career

    Future careers

    A research degree in Archaeology or Anthropology shows a wide range of high-level and transferable skills. Some graduates go on to research work and teaching within academia. Others work as professional archaeologists or use their skills in a range of related occupations.

    Successful completion of a research degree provides evidence of a wide range of high-level research skills. This can lead to many different opportunities. Some graduates go on to do post-doctoral research work or teaching at UCLan or other universities. Other former students work with national heritage bodies such as Historic England or as practicing archaeologists with professional companies in the UK and the US. You will also develop transferable skills which will be applicable in many careers outside the subject area.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 17,900 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    University of Central Lancashire

    Archaeology or Anthropology, PhD/MSc by Research

    University of Central Lancashire

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    United Kingdom,

    Preston

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