Archaeology and Anthropology
University of OxfordCourse Overview
Offered by University of Oxford, the BA (Hons) Archaeology and Anthropology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Oxford, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Archaeology and anthropology together encompass the study of humankind from the origins of the human species to the present day. Both disciplines have a long history: archaeology grew from 18th-century antiquarianism, while anthropology began even earlier in the first days of colonial encounter. Today, both subjects involve a range of sophisticated approaches shared with the arts, social sciences and physical sciences. A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA Excluding General Studies (if taken) |
| International Baccalaureate | 38 points with 6 6 6 at HL |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£43,600
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Oxford
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £29,000 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £25,500 | £30,500 | £37,500 |
| 5 years | £30,000 | £41,000 | £52,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £10,500 from year 3 to year 5
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Student Satisfaction
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