Archaeology

Course Overview

The MSc (Res) Archaeology at The University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The MSc by Research in Archaeology is perfect if you have a specific topic of interest you wish to research in depth. This one-year degree (or 2 years part-time) provides a solid grounding in the methods and techniques of research, while enabling you to pursue your own project and complete an extended thesis with the guidance of supervisors who are experts in the field. We welcome applications from anyone keen to work in areas or on topics in which we have expertise. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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