The Osteoarchaeology MSc at the University of Aberdeen offers you a unique opportunity to delve into the human past through the study of skeletal remains. This postgraduate degree is designed for students passionate about uncovering the stories of ancient lives, societies, and health trends, utilising nationally significant collections. You will gain essential knowledge in human osteology and explore the theoretical and methodological underpinnings of osteoarchaeological research. This programme is ideal if you seek to develop a deep understanding of human lifeways and the biological and social factors that shaped them across different periods.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over 12 months, structured across three semesters. You will engage with compulsory courses such as Human Osteology and Ancient Health and Disease, alongside optional modules like Ancient Biomolecules and The Archaeology of Death, allowing you to tailor your studies. The programme culminates in a significant Osteoarchaeology Dissertation, where you will apply your acquired skills to original research, often working with the University's extensive museum collections. You will graduate with advanced practical and analytical skills, prepared for careers in archaeological units, heritage organisations, research, or further academic study.