Mediterranean Archaeology

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This course has been designed to provide you with intensive study of selected topics related to Mediterranean Archaeology in order to help you deepen your understanding of this field.

The programme has been designed for students who already have a first degree in Archaeology and would suit you if you are seeking to build the range of skills necessary for research, particularly if you wish to focus on the Mediterranean.
The MA in Mediterranean Archaeology can be regarded as an ideal second degree if you wish to pursue the one-year MA and three years by research suggested by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).

In gaining a higher degree, you will be ideally placed to pursue an academic career in the field of Mediterranean Archaeology and this course provides an excellent stepping stone towards further postgraduate study, such as a PhD.

More widely, postgraduate qualifications are highly sought after by employers from a range of sectors who feel that graduates are able to demonstrate a deeper and broader knowledge of their subject area, as well as stronger research, communication and organisational skills.

As this course will give you extensive knowledge of the archaeology of the Mediterranean, as well as an understanding of its associated histories and cultures, you would be a suitable candidate for employment in a Mediterranean country.

The compulsory core module in Research Methods and Methodology gives students a strong foundation in the skills and techniques necessary for effective research.
In addition, students choose from a range of approved taught masters modules available within the Department, which can be a combination of core and period or subject-based modules, including:

Mycenaean Archaeology
Roman Africa
Topics in Italian Prehistory
The Archaeology of Minoan Crete

Please note that all module details are subject to change.

Candidates are normally expected to hold an honours degree at 2:1 or above (or its international equivalent) in archaeology or a relate subject. Other candidates will be considered at the discretion of the Department.Those whose first language is not English must achieve an overall score on the British Council IELTS test of at least 7.0 with no less than 6.0 in each element, or a TOEFL score of 600 (250 for computer based tests) with a TWE of at least 5.0, or a TOEFL iBT score of 100 (with no less than 21 in any element). Test results should be no more than two years old. Students who cannot demonstrate this level of proficiency may take a course in the Centre for English Language Education at the University English Language Requirements IELTS band: 7 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) TOEFL paper-based test score : 600 TOEFL iBT® test: 100 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.