MSc Archaeological Practice (Economic and Social Research)

This MSc program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of archaeological practice, focusing on economic and social research. Students will learn how to apply theoretical frameworks to real-world problems, analyze data, and draw meaningful conclusions. The course is designed for those who want to pursue a career in archaeology, heritage management, or related fields, and will prepare them for roles such as field archaeologists, cultural resource managers, or researchers in museums and galleries.

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The program consists of eight taught modules and a dissertation. Students will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research in the field, work with state-of-the-art equipment and software, and benefit from the expertise of world-leading archaeologists and researchers. The course is flexible, allowing students to tailor their studies to suit their interests and career goals.

Experience the Best of Archaeology at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is a world-renowned institution for archaeological research, with a long history of excellence in the field. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including the Birkbeck Archaeology Department's collection of over 20,000 artifacts and records, as well as opportunities to collaborate with researchers from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. The university is located in central London, providing students with unparalleled access to cultural, historical, and archaeological resources.

Our MSc Archaeological Practice (Economic and Social Research) is designed specifically as training for the 1+3 funded Ph.D. studentships in the ESRC Doctoral Training Programme. This specialist Master's in archaeology provides you with the advanced conceptual, theoretical, and practical skills to undertake archaeological research, from prehistory to the middle ages, and over a considerable geographical breadth. The inclusion of the compulsory module in quantitative social research provides you with the statistical skills needed for doctoral research.

Graduates can pursue career paths in research and archiving, museums and galleries, education, or journalism. Possible professions include:

researcher

archivist

journalist

higher education lecturer

museum education officer

Civil Service administrator.

This degree will also provide you with the skills to undertake archaeological research at the Ph.D. level.

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A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in humanities or social-sciences subject and references.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.