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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: F400

Archaeology

University of Winchester
Winchester, England
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3 yearsDuration
£16,700Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
94%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Archaeology at University of Winchester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Winchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. - Learn from world-leading archaeologists in a stimulating and engaging environment, exploring the rich archaeological heritage of Wessex - Use our fully-equipped laboratory and the latest industry-standard surveying equipment - Take part in home and overseas fieldwork projects currently in Germany and the Republic of Georgia - Accredited by The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK) Archaeology examines the physical evidence of past societies to trace the evolution and cultural history of humanity. Ancient landscapes, buildings, artefacts... International tuition fees are £16,700 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £21,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Archaeological Theory and Practice
Fieldwork Methods and Survey Techniques
British Archaeological Landscapes
Artefact Analysis and Conservation
Geoarchaeology and Environmental Interpretation
Archaeological Excavation and Stratigraphy
Chronology and Dating Methods
Dissertation in Archaeology
UCAS Code:F400
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points104

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,700

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£50,100

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.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Winchester

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£25,000£30,000
3 years£17,500£21,000£25,000
5 years£19,500£25,000£30,500

UK subject average: £24,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 14% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£24,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
15%Studying
10%Work & Study
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
94%
Learning opportunities
93%
Assessment and feedback
88%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
82%
Learning resources
69%
Student voice
75%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
86%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About University of Winchester

University of Winchester offers Archaeology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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