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Bioarchaeological and Forensic Anthropology MSc

UCL (University College London)

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UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Get first-hand experience studying human remains in both bioarchaeological and forensic anthropological contexts. This one-year master’s covers all the bases – from intensive skeletal, dental anatomy, procedures for assessing and analysing human skeletal material, to identifying diseases in the skeleton, and the legal context when dealing with modern forensic human remains. It’s the ideal springboard for a career in bioarchaeology, forensic anthropology or archaeology. The human skeleton is a complex and dynamic structure. It retains a person's physiological experiences gained throughout life, as well as after death. Bioarchaeologists and Forensic Anthropologists have the opportunity to explore those experiences through the study of human skeletal and dental remains. You will learn how to identify, analyse and report on human remains from archaeological and forensic contexts. Students will be able to identify evidence for disease and trauma through case studies and hands-on practical experience. This degree would suit students from many backgrounds. We would recommend an undergraduate degree in the following subjects: Archaeology Anthropology Biology or related fields. If your undergraduate degree is in a different field, please contact us to discuss whether this Master's programme is appropriate for you.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 35,400per year

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

University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Anthropology

    8th out of 23 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    140 69%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    4th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.12 78%

    16th

    1

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