You will learn through a series of seminars, lectures and workshops, and further develop your skills in conducting independent research and critical analytical thought.
Our MA students gain technical skills in key archaeological methods and techniques.
"The lectures and seminars were engaging and thought-provoking. The staff were very good at explaining things and I found the learning process was organised very professionally."
Ivan Krivokorin – Archaeology master’s graduate
Developing research skills
You'll take a research skills module, which includes a series of workshops and practicals on writing essays, dissertations, research proposals and publications, information and communication technology resources, and quantitative applications in archaeology.
Our annual Master's conference will help develop your oral presentation skills, and there are also opportunities to get involved with staff fieldwork projects.
Links with industry
The University of Reading has strong links with external organisations such as Oxford Archaeology. The British Museum, Historic England. and Wessex Archaeology. allowing you to learn from their experience in the field and in the museum sector.
You will also learn about the realities of working within the modern archaeological sector through contact with professionals from commercial units and museums. through guest lectures and site visits.
