MA Archaeology

The MA Archaeology programme at Cardiff University is a specialist course that provides students with a wide-ranging education in archaeology. It is principally designed for those who want to undertake further research in archaeology and related subjects or to develop their professional careers. The programme offers a range of modules and is well-suited for students wanting to specialize in British, European and Mediterranean archaeology.Course Content: The MA Archaeology programme is designed to help students develop their knowledge and understanding of archaeological methods, theories and interpretation from prehistory to the medieval period. The programme emphasises research training and the development of essential practical, intellectual and transferable skills. Sixty credits are devoted to core modules in Archaeology, followed by 60 credits of option modules which permit for a degree of specialisation in the student’s chosen area of interest, and a further 60 credits for the research element and the dissertation.Key Modules: The taught component of the course involves modules including Themes in Archaeology, Postgraduate Skills in Archaeology and History, The Archaeology of Ships and Seafaring, Early Medieval Archaeology and Numismatics: History and Archaeology.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the University of Cardiff.Future Careers: The skills and knowledge acquired during the programme will prepare students for a variety of professional archaeological roles, such as heritage management, consultancy and teaching. It is also suitable for those intending to go on to undertake Ph.D. research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.