The MA Archaeology and Language & Linguistics at the University of Aberdeen offers you a unique opportunity to explore the deep connections between human communication and our ancient past. You will investigate how language has evolved, its intricate structures, and its role in shaping societies, while simultaneously delving into archaeological methods to understand how past peoples lived, structured their worlds, and interacted with their environments. This interdisciplinary approach is ideal for students keen to tackle contemporary issues, such as climate change or public health, through the lens of historical and linguistic analysis, providing a robust foundation in both humanities and social sciences.
This full-time, four-year on-campus programme immerses you in both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Your studies will encompass archaeological science, prehistoric archaeology, and the archaeology of the North, alongside linguistic topics such as language acquisition and variation. You will engage in hands-on professional archaeology, including field methods and post-excavation analysis, and have the opportunity to undertake a dissertation in Language and Linguistics or an Archaeological Research Project. You will graduate with a comprehensive skill set, prepared for diverse career paths in heritage, research, education, and beyond.