The BA Archaeology at the University of Exeter offers you a unique opportunity to explore the human past through tangible evidence, from ancient artefacts to vast landscapes. This undergraduate degree is designed for curious minds eager to understand societal development, cultural practices, and the environmental interactions of past populations. You will delve into essential archaeological methods, learn to analyse diverse materials, and investigate themes in world archaeology, equipping you with a critical understanding of how we interpret history and heritage. This is your chance to engage with a discipline that bridges the sciences and humanities.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, gaining hands-on experience through compulsory modules like archaeological fieldwork projects or field schools, and developing specialised skills in areas such as palaeobotany, zooarchaeology, or digital pasts. Your final year culminates in an independent archaeological dissertation, allowing you to pursue in-depth research. Graduates from the University of Exeter’s BA Archaeology are prepared for diverse career paths, including professional archaeology, heritage management, museum curation, and further academic study, armed with analytical and practical expertise.