MSc Zooarchaeology

Join the UK's only dedicated course in the archaeological study of animals.

Postgraduate taught courses

For a postgraduate taught course such as a Masters, you would normally need a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject.

Typically you would need at least the equivalent to a UK upper second class honours degree, however some courses will accept lower second class honours degrees. Actual requirements will vary by course.

• University of Jordan - a score of B, B+, GPA 3.0-3.64 (4.0) or very good is considered comparable to a UK 2:1
• Yarmouk University - a score of B, 76-83.9 or very good is considered comparable to a UK 2:1. Please consult transcript if graded out of 5.0 (you must have achieved at least 3.5 out of 5.0)
• University of Jordan - a score of C+, GPA 2.5-2.99 (4.0) or good is considered comparable to a UK 2:2
• Yarmouk University - a score of C, 68-75.9 or good is considered comparable to a UK 2:2. Please consult transcript if graded out of 5.0 (must have achieved at least 3.0 out of 5.0)

Research degrees

For a research degree such as an MPhil or a PhD, you would normally need a Bachelors degree plus either a Masters degree in a relevant subject or some experience of conducting research.

Course-specific requirements

Visit the course page for details of the entry requirements specific to your chosen course. Some courses also have additional entry requirements such as work experience or submission of written work.

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Career opportunities

• Professional archaeologist - field and laboratory based
• Archaeology site supervisor
• Museum outreach officer
• Commercial laboratory technician
• Higher education research and teaching
• Local government and development

Transferable skills

• Data collection and management
• Problem solving
• Data analysis and quantitative methods
• High level of written and oral skills
• Teamwork
• Project management
• Time management