Archaeology

The combined Archaeology and Anthropology BA develops an understanding of the relationship between archaeology and anthropology as subjects offering a uniquely broad perspective on human experience, past and present. It draws upon an unparalleled range of expertise in the analysis of social change, human evolution and material culture.

Year 1

Core or compulsory module(s)

Field Methods 
Introduction to Archaeology 
Introduction to Biological Anthropology II
Introduction to Material and Visual Culture
Introductory Social Anthropology IA
Sites and Artefacts
World Archaeology: An Outline of the Deep History of Human Societies

Optional modules

All first-year modules are compulsory.

Year 2

Core or compulsory module(s)

Current Issues in Archaeological Theory
Interpreting Archaeological Evidence
Research and Presentation Skills

Optional modules

You will select 1.0 credit from Archaeology optional modules, 1.0 credit from Anthropology optional modules, and a further 0.5 credits in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related subject to be chosen in consultation with your Personal Tutor.

Year 3

Core or compulsory module(s)

Archaeology in the World
Applied Fieldwork Portfolio

Dissertation

Optional modules

You will select 1.5 credits of optional modules in Archaeology or Anthropology, and a further 0.5 credits in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related subject to be chosen in consultation with your Personal Tutor.

A levels

Grades

AAB

Subjects

No specific subjects.

GCSEs

English Language and Mathematics at grade C. For UK-based students, a grade C or equivalent in a foreign language (other than Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is required. UCL provides opportunities to meet the foreign language requirement following enrolment, further details at: www.ucl.ac.uk/ug-reqs

IB Diploma

Points

36

Subjects

A score of 17 points in three higher level subjects, with no score lower than 5.

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Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

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