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Archaeology PhD

University of Aberdeen

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Old Aberdeen Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Archaeology at Aberdeen has a distinctive northern flavour and is far reaching, both in terms of our geographical scope and methodological expertise. Spanning the circumpolar region from Mongolia to the Canadian Arctic, and the Palaeolithic to the present day, our research incorporates the latest technical, theoretical and scientific approaches in archaeology. Closer to home, our staff are recognised experts in the archaeology of Scotland. In seeking to understand how ancient people lived their lives, structured their world, and engaged with their environment, archaeologists ask the big questions that can provide us with the tools to tackle global challenges in the present. Archaeological research at Aberdeen spans the arts and humanities and physical, social and biological sciences, reflecting the inter-disciplinary nature of the Archaeology Department and the collaborative ethos at University of Aberdeen. Our research culture is outward looking and international, exploring big questions in innovative ways. We have developed a collaborative approach to contemporary debates including migration and mobility, climate change, human-environment interactions, culture-contact/change, and the role of the past in the present. We offer PhD supervision (full-time and part-time) across a range of specialisms including, but not limited to: Archaeology of the North Human Palaeoecology & Bioarchaeology Public, Community and Indigenous Archaeologies.

Tuition fees

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£ 21,700per year

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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One of the top 20 universities for Student satisfaction (Complete University Guide league tables 2027).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Archaeology

    16th out of 25

  • Entry standards

    / Max 189
    161 85%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.50 87%

    2nd

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