BSc (Hons) Archaeology

The BSc (Hons) in Archaeology at the University of Bradford provides students with the opportunity to study humanity from its earliest origins to recent times. The hands-on course offers an exciting exploration of past societies and their cultures through archaeology – the only subject that studies the entirety of human history.Course Content: The course is a blend of theory and practical work, with students learning how to excavate as part of their studies. The content includes field trips, laboratory-based teachings, and option modules that delve into ancient civilizations, the development and use of technology, environmental change, death and burial, disease, diet, and the evolution of humans. Key Modules: The course is modular and offers a flexible structure, allowing students to pursue their interests. Key modules include Archaeological Theory and Interpretation, Bioarchaeology, Death and Burial, Classical and European Archaeology, Geographical Information Systems in Archaeology, Archaeological Fieldwork, as well as a final year dissertation. Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas. Future Careers: Graduates from this course have gone on to work in a diverse range of careers, from local government, the civil service, the media and tourism, to non-governmental organisations and charities. Some have become professional archaeologists, heritage managers, museum conservators, and teachers.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.