Program Overview

Introduction to the BA (Hons) Archaeology Program

The BA (Hons) Archaeology program at the University of York is designed to delve into the story of humankind, exploring the human past from ancient DNA to recording historic buildings, modern innovations in digital heritage, and more. This program develops skills in a broad range of archaeological methods across the arts and sciences through a combination of hands-on learning and small group teaching.

Program Overview

• Year of Entry: 2026/27
• UCAS Code: V400
• Institution Code: Y50
• Start Date: September 2026
• Length: 3 years full-time (plus optional placement year)
• Typical Offer: ABB
• School/Department: Department of Archaeology

Fees and Funding

• UK (home) fees: £9,535
• International and EU fees: £26,900
• Funding Opportunities: Various scholarships, bursaries, and government loans are available.

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching Format: Lectures, seminars, workshops, practicals, and independent learning projects.
• Assessment: Through a range of methods including essays, reports, presentations, and exams.
• Facilities: Access to teaching rooms, dedicated study spaces, labs for working with artefacts, and specialized equipment.

Careers and Skills

• Career Opportunities: Heritage organizations, local councils, NHS, police, accountancy, media, marketing agencies, law.
• Transferable Skills: Critical thinking, data analysis, communication, team working, leadership, management, flexibility, and creativity.

Entry Requirements

• Qualification: A levels, Access to Higher Education Diploma, BTEC National Extended Diploma, European Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, T levels, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, International foundation programme, other international qualifications.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS, IB English, Cambridge CEFR, Oxford ELLT, Oxford Test of English Advanced, Duolingo, GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language, LanguageCert SELT, LanguageCert Academic, Kaplan Test of English Language, Skills for English, PTE Academic, TOEFL, Trinity ISE III.

Applying

• Application Process: Through UCAS.
• Mature Students: Welcome to apply, with consideration given to experience and qualifications.

Related Courses

• BSc Archaeology
• BA Archaeology and Heritage
• BSc Bioarchaeology
• BA Historical Archaeology

About the University

• Location: York, UK
• Campus: Campus West, with access to various facilities including the library, Borthwick Institute for Archives, and more.
• Student Life: Lively, full of culture, and beautiful, York is regularly voted one of the best places to live and visit in the UK.