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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: F40X
Archaeology (with Foundation Year)
University of WinchesterWinchester, England
4 yearsDuration
£16,700Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
94%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Winchester, the BA (Hons) Archaeology (with Foundation Year) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Winchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-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) Winchester is home to experienced archaeologists who provide stimulating and engaging teaching materials. In a supportive environment, you learn key fieldwor... 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, and a 85% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Archaeological Practice
Foundation Academic Skills and Research Methods
Wessex Archaeology and Regional Heritage
Archaeological Surveying and Geospatial Technologies
Excavation Techniques and Fieldwork Methods
Geoarchaeology and Laboratory Analysis
Archaeological Theory and Interpretation
Artefact Analysis and Conservation Principles
UCAS Code:F40X
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,700
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£66,800
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 Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper 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
90%Working
10%Work & Study
65%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 averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
85%
Overall
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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