Archaeological Science: Technology and Materials MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By UCL |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Archaeology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree bridges materials science and archaeology, equipping you with the skills to analyse archaeological materials using advanced scientific techniques. You’ll be introduced to core concepts from both disciplines and gain hands-on experience with key analytical methods, developing the expertise to independently design research, carry out materials characterisation, and interpret findings within their archaeological context.


You’ll benefit from access to excellent in-house laboratories and training in a wide range of techniques, including optical microscopy, SEM-EDS, portable XRF, X-ray diffraction, LIBS and LA-ICP-MS. Optional modules allow you to tailor your studies, with topics such as ceramic technology, ceramic petrography, metallography, geochemistry and stable isotopes, alongside a broad selection of archaeological options.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Archaeology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree bridges materials science and archaeology, equipping you with the skills to analyse archaeological materials using advanced scientific techniques. You’ll be introduced to core concepts from both disciplines and gain hands-on experience with key analytical methods, developing the expertise to independently design research, carry out materials characterisation, and interpret findings within their archaeological context.


You’ll benefit from access to excellent in-house laboratories and training in a wide range of techniques, including optical microscopy, SEM-EDS, portable XRF, X-ray diffraction, LIBS and LA-ICP-MS. Optional modules allow you to tailor your studies, with topics such as ceramic technology, ceramic petrography, metallography, geochemistry and stable isotopes, alongside a broad selection of archaeological options.

Admission Requirements

7+
180+
76+
4.5+
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

1 Year
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
16,800 GBP
International
36,800 GBP

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