BSc (Hons) Archaeology

The BSc (Hons) Archaeology course at Bournemouth University explores the full chronological range of archaeological material, from the early human origins to the recent past. Students delve into past human societies, from prehistory to modernity, through an in-depth study of artifacts, environmental evidence, landscapes, and buildings.Course Content: The course encourages students to explore a range of techniques and theoretical approaches. Students have the opportunity to work on excavation and survey projects, work with artifacts in the lab, learn scientific techniques, and engage with theory in a real-world context.Key Modules: The course comprises essential modules such as techniques in Archaeology, Neolithic and Bronze Age Britain, The Anthropocene, and Ancient Egypt. Students also undertake an independent research project in their final year.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 roles such as Archaeological Field Officer, Heritage Interpreter, and Project Officer in museums, archaeological units, heritage bodies, and the commercial archaeological sector. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.