BA Museum Studies and Archaeology with International Foundation Year

The BA Museum Studies and Archaeology course, offered by the University of Reading, is designed for non-native English speakers who are preparing for an undergraduate degree in the United Kingdom. The program not only equips students with the English language skills necessary for academic study, but also provides foundational knowledge in Museum Studies and Archaeology.Course Content: The curriculum is split into two parts; part one, 'Academic English Programme,' enhances students' English language skills, confidence and ability to succeed in academic study. Part two is focused on the subject studies appropriate to your degree. Here, students survey the history of collections and museums, explore the role of museums in society, and study a broad sweep of global archaeology from our earliest ancestors to the recent past. The curriculum also includes research skills, and working on a project within the framework of archaeology and museum studies.Key Modules: Some of the key modules covered in this course are 'Introduction to Museums,' 'Introduction to global archaeology, 'Evidence into narrative: the archaeology and interpretation of Iron Age Europe' and 'Research Project in Archaeology and Museum Studies.'Future Careers: This course serves as a perfect gateway to careers including museum or gallery work, education, archaeology and heritage work, and roles in the commercial sector such as publishing, marketing or PR.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page