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Archaeology and Anthropology - BA (Hons)

Bournemouth University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This popular course gives you a solid foundation in the study of human societies across the globe, past and present. This course emphasises human history and prehistoric perspectives. This course is among the first to receive joint accreditation from the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, and the University Archaeology UK group (UAUK). Choosing an accredited degree is widely recognised as the first step on a career path leading to professional status. Develop an in-depth understanding of the diversity and richness of contemporary and past human societies across the globe Alongside specialist units you’ll get a comprehensive grounding in the practical elements of archaeology and anthropology through working in cutting-edge labs and out in the field Specialise in social or biological, anthropology or archaeology, or if you’d like to take a broader focus, you can continue to study elements of all these disciplines Undertake a five-week or optional 30- week work placement at home or abroad. It’s a great way to cultivate the experience and contacts you’ll need to secure work after you graduate Take part in BU’s renowned Field School to gain a wide range of practical skills Within fifteen months of graduating, 80% of students are in employment or further study.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 18,700per year

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University information

Bournemouth University

  • University League Table

    72nd

  • Campus address

    Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, Poole, BH12 5BB, England

Opportunity of a work placement on all undergraduate courses and most postgraduate courses.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    22nd out of 23

    21st out of 25 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 201
    118 59%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    58.0 58%

    18th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.97 74%

    19th

    11
  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    107 52%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    9th

    12
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    23rd

    3

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