The MPhil Archaeology at the University of Exeter invites you to delve into the human past through theoretically informed, field-based approaches and methodological innovation. This postgraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about understanding human origins, societal development, and the material traces left behind across diverse global landscapes. You will explore key research themes such as bioarchaeology, experimental archaeology, landscape archaeology, and material culture, engaging with a discipline that bridges scientific techniques and critical interpretation to address complex questions about past societies.
You will undertake this rigorous MPhil on campus full-time over two years, engaging directly with world-leading research conducted by faculty and students across Britain, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Your studies will involve in-depth research, potentially including fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and the critical examination of archaeological evidence. You will develop advanced research skills, culminating in a substantial dissertation that contributes original scholarship to the field, preparing you for doctoral studies or professional roles in heritage management, research, or academia.