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Archaeology and History - BA (Hons)

University of Nottingham

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University Park - Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

From the first hunter-gatherers to the rise of modern societies, this Archaeology and History degree offers a unique blend of studying the past through not just texts and images but also material remains.You will explore the broadest range of periods through complementary disciplines. By combining the scientific study of material remains with historical research, writing and debate, you will cover the key ways in which we study the past. You will also deepen your knowledge of history through theory and practice, covering a range of periods from the Palaeolithic to the recent past. The geographic scope of this degree stretches from Britain to the Far East and North America, covering themes such as race, rights and propaganda and historical periods such as the Middle Ages. You’ll also cover topics like evolution and culture through the study of bones, and dive into personal histories via letters. Practical fieldwork and archaeological research in the UK and abroad, as well as visits to archaeological sites and museums, will complement your academic studies.As a joint honours student, you'll benefit from the diverse skills and assessment methods of both disciplines.


Why choose this course?

1. Top 20 for Archaeology and Forensic Science in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)2. Student satisfaction – 95% of students from the Department of History said the teaching staff were excellent at explaining things (NSS 2024)3. Nottingham Museum – Gain practical and professional experience in our on-campus museum4. Specialist facilities – You will have access to six specialist teaching and research laboratories and our Manuscripts and Special Collections to support your studies to support your studies5. Breadth of topics – Study periods, themes and events from human prehistory to the present day6. Through the Schools Volunteering Project, students get the opportunity to volunteer annually, delivering history lessons and after-school clubs in Nottingham’s primary and secondary schools7. Freedom to explore – following an introductory programme in year one, deepen your knowledge of your favourite topics and explore new ones through a wide range of modules8. You have the option to do 10 days of archaeological fieldwork, gaining real-world experience while balancing both theory and practice9. Work with our dedicated Faculty of Arts Placements Team to assist with your employability skills development via a range of placements, internships and volunteering opportunities10. Explore real-world challenges across interdisciplinary themes with our ‘Engaged Arts’ optional modulesYou can also access this course through a Foundation Year. This may be suitable if you have faced educational barriers and do not expect to meet the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course. Please see the UCAS page for the relevant Foundation Year course for further information.


Engaged Arts

All students within the Faculty of Arts can select ‘Engaged Arts’ modules where you’ll approach real-world challenges across contemporary themes such as sustainability or equity and justice. These modules have been newly designed to help you gain the skills and analytical abilities that employers are looking for.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 26,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    University Park Campus, University Park Campus, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom

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A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Archaeology

    17th out of 25 4

    22nd out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 189
    128 68%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    8th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    17th

    11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    128 63%

    30th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    18th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    68th

    8

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