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PostgraduateMSc

Bioarchaeology

University of York
York, England
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1 yearDuration
£27,250Per Year (Intl)
£12,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Bioarchaeology at University of York is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This course provides training in the advanced osteoarchaeological analysis of skeletal remains. Uniquely, however, it is the only course in the UK to combine this discipline with the molecular analysis of human remains. Nowhere else can you immerse yourself in the study of stable isotopes, lipid residue analysis, palaeoproteomics and ancient DNA; and play an active role in the development of new techniques in this constantly evolving branch of archaeology. International tuition fees are £27,250 per year, home/UK fees are £12,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,000 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Osteoarchaeological Analysis and Interpretation
Ancient DNA and Molecular Phylogenetics
Stable Isotope Analysis in Bioarchaeology
Palaeoproteomics and Biomolecular Methods
Lipid Residue Analysis and Dietary Reconstruction
Advanced Skeletal Analysis and Pathology
Research Methods in Bioarchaeology
Dissertation in Bioarchaeology
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.5666.56
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£27,250

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£27,250

Home Student Fee

£12,500

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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

30%Working
30%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
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About University of York

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