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PostgraduatePostgraduate Diploma

Heritage and Archaeology

Royal Agricultural University
Cirencester, England
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1 yearDuration
£22,000Per Year (Intl)
£12,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in history, philosophy, and theology with the PgDip Heritage and Archaeology at Royal Agricultural University. Based in Cirencester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Heritage and archaeology is not only the study of the past, it is the study of ourselves. Archaeology feeds into current political debates around identity, how we feel about our past, and who we want to be. Large infrastructure projects also ensure it is a profession in increasing demand. International tuition fees are £22,000 per year, home/UK fees are £12,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 5.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, and a 85% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Archaeological Theory and Practice
Excavation Methods and Site Management
Artefact Analysis and Conservation
Landscape Archaeology and Heritage Management
Geophysical Survey Techniques
Archaeological Research Methods and Data Analysis
Specialist Pathways in Archaeology
Professional Practice and Career Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic55555

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,000

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£22,000

Home Student Fee

£12,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

53%Working
2%Studying
20%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH20-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About Royal Agricultural University

Royal Agricultural University offers Heritage and Archaeology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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