BSc (Hons) Archaeology at University of Lancashire covers core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills development.
Accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology, with hands-on fieldwork at its core, our Archaeology BSc draws on humanities, social sciences & science From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Archaeology is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at the University of Lancashire, based in Main Campus. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Archaeology graduates from this provider, 95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 85% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £24,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for History, see the sections below.
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Limited evidence Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 95% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 90% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
This module is designed to introduce you to the archaeology of the British Isles. It will begin with the evidence for the first inhabitants of Britain in the Palaeolithic and works through to the Industrial Revolution. It also encourages you to develop your communication skills, problem solving skills and skills in assessing information.
You will be introduced to the development of archaeology as an interpretive discipline. The module shows key theoretical shifts through time. As well as introduces key figures and sites which have shaped the discipline. You'll develop verbal and oral communication skills, problem solving skills and skills in accessing information.
Our module will introduce you to archaeology and anthropology of death through a series of case studies exploring different kinds of relevant evidence. You will study both biological and social data to understand the range of past human responses to death.
In this module you will be introduced to the basic principles and methods of social and cultural anthropology. The module will give you an introduction to the history of the discipline, to anthropological methods and the distinctiveness of the anthropological study of modern society.
The module aims to introduce you to the core skills in field archaeology and academic archaeological study. The module will give you the technical skills you need to study and undertake field archaeology and will provide an opportunity for working as part of a group whilst developing your academic skills.
The aim of this module is to understand different ways of interpreting the archaeological record. It aims to show how archaeological theory works in practice through case studies. You'll use archaeological theory to inform and integrate your reading and writing.
In this module you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to study archaeological research projects in a team. During the project you will be tested under new pressures and challenges of excavation.
In this module you will examine a range of key issues and themes in British archaeological research and occasionally the wider international setting. You will gain an understanding of the chronology of different archaeological time periods, current debates relating to British archaeology and some of the most recent developments in this field.
This module introduces you to the ways in which material from archaeological excavations can be used to investigate past and present societies. You will have the opportunity undertake your own research project.
This Level 5 module explores how archaeology helps us understand prehistoric societies before large-scale hierarchical systems emerged. You'll examine global case studies from early hominids to the late Neolithic. You'll also look at how ethnography and modern foraging communities can (and can't) inform interpretations of the past. You'll also consider the influence of colonialism and historical trends in anthropology on these interpretations.
The module explores archaeological and forensic aspects of human remains recovery. You'll learn about human anatomy and skeletal biology. You'll identify physical characteristics, age, race, and sex of human skeletons. The module also examines injuries, pathology, and causes of death.
Our exciting module will provide you with amazing experience through a period of employment as a trainee professional with an appropriate employer. You'll work to a set of objectives agreed between you and your employer with the approval of the placement tutor.
You'll learn about field collection, processing and reporting of geospatial and geophysical data. You will develop field research, computer analysis and data interpretation skills. You will gather data relevant to a range of archaeological, environmental, and investigative case studies. You'll learn geophysical survey techniques and topographic survey.
In this module you will be introduced to the fundamentals of archaeology and anthropology in the study of animals. It will involve a mixture of lectures, lab practicals and discussion seminars.
Our module will provide you with an underpinning knowledge in mortuary archaeology with a particular focus on encounters with death and the dead body. You will partake in a mixture of lectures and seminars, which will explore contemporary themes in archaeology through a range of case studies.
You'll learn about the study of art in the archaeological record. You'll critique the definition of art within prehistoric, non-western, and contemporary societies. You'll explore rock-art, portable art, body art, graffiti, art, and technology. You'll use Virtual Reality to explore art in an immersive environment.
You'll explore modern commercial archaeology, including practices, techniques, and philosophies. You'll enhance your fieldwork skills, delve into project management, and learn about post-excavation. Learning alongside professionals, you'll encounter real work scenarios when possible.
The aim of this module is to develop an independent piece of primary research of relevance to your course. You'll present your ideas, work, and conclusions in a range of appropriate ways that are transferable to the workplace.
This module builds on your prior knowledge of archaeological fieldwork. You will develop skills needed to contribute to commercial or research excavations without direct supervision. You will have a four-week placement on an archaeological research project and will develop transferable team-working and time and work management skills.
In this module you will examine the issues in British archaeology. You will develop an understanding in British archaeology and be aware of some of the most recent ideas and developments in the field.
During this module you'll build on your knowledge of human skeletal anatomy, introducing key forensic aspects of the mechanical properties of bone and post-mortem bone modification. The module will aim to address issues of scientific taphonomic investigation outside the areas of post-mortem interval estimation and decomposition studies. Laboratory and field based exercises will allow you to put these theoretical concepts into practice with the emphasis on problem solving, applied practical skill
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
This course, accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology, places hands-on fieldwork at its core and draws on humanities, social sciences and science to study the past. You'll usually begin with foundations in historical method and analysis, learning how to work with sources and archives, alongside broad surveys of medieval, early modern and modern worlds. In Year 2, you'll move into focused study of periods and themes through primary sources, whilst exploring how historical interpretations develop and change. You'll also encounter public history, examining how archaeology and heritage are presented beyond academic settings. In Year 3, you'll undertake advanced specialist study and an original research project based on primary evidence. Throughout, you can pursue specialisations such as medieval studies, global and imperial history, social and cultural archaeology, public history and heritage, archival research, and modern history.
This course suits those with strong interest in archaeological theory and practice. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent qualifications; the typical UCAS tariff band among entrants was 80–95 points. You'll need to study in English and commit to full-time study on the main campus.
This is a 3-year full-time Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) taught in English at the University of Lancashire, a university founded in 1828, based at its Main Campus. The degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology and is recognised as a UK degree-awarding body, making it nationally recognised. The university holds a Silver award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
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Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
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| Qualification | Share |
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| A-levels or equivalent | 75% |
| an Access course | 10% |
| Other | 10% |
| a previous degree | 5% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
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Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
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What History graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £24,500 | £22,000 – £26,500 | 10 |
| 3 years after | £18,000 | £14,000 – £22,500 | 25 |
| 5 years after | £23,500 | £15,500 – £27,000 | 25 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23.
National figures for History graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
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Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with History courses at the same study level.
Compared with 1,423 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 25; response rate: 60%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
How History graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Where History graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit History graduates.
History & Humanities Lead, Flexible, Impactful TeachingChartereastdulwichHistory & Humanities Lead, Flexible, Impactful TeachingThe Charter Schools Educational TrustHistory Teachers in Kirklees and HalifaxCV-LibraryHistory TeachersSABIS NETWORK SCHOOLSThe essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £24,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.4 out of 10: NSS 96.1% · in work or study 95% · continued 90%.
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What applying to University of Lancashire from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
International tuition is £17,325 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Lancashire’s funding pages.
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Lancashire and gov.uk before you apply.
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