Further your studies with a master's in archaeology at Reading.
You'll learn from academics with an international reputation for excellence in research. You may also have the opportunity to undertake fieldwork and research projects.
Courses for 2023/24
MA Archaeology
Join a flexible master's programme that prepares you for a career in research, the commercial sector or heritage management.
As an MA student, you'll have the opportunity to develop a strong research base that links social and scientific archaeology. We also offer a range of optional modules, allowing you to tailor your learning experience.
MSc Professional Human Osteoarchaeology
Gain advanced instruction on the osteological methods, theories and techniques needed to identify and analyse human skeletal remains from archaeological contexts.
As an MSc Professional Human Osteoarchaeology student, you'll receive highly vocational training and engage with professionals through talks and site visits, allowing you to develop vital contacts for your career.
Master's funding
Scholarships are available for master's students enrolling in 2022, some offered directly by the University and others allocated by external funding bodies. In order to apply, a candidate must have received an offer of admission to one of our participating master's courses.
The University is offering four scholarships of £3,000 each for international/EU students and five scholarships of £1,000 each for UK students offered admission to archaeology, geography and environmental science master's programmes.
Why study with us?
Gain technical skills in key archaeological methods and techniques, and benefit from our fully equipped and dedicated laboratories
How you'll study
Learn through a combination of seminars, lectures and workshops, and further your skills in conducting independent research and critical analytical thought.
Our research
The University of Reading is ranked 1st in the UK for research quality and research outputs in Archaeology (Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, based on its analysis of the latest REF 2021).
