MA Anthropology and Archaeology
About this course
MA in Archaeology and Anthropology, exploring human societies, material remains, and cultural diversity. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Communication & Writing. Students complete an archaeological research project culminating in a dissertation, alongside practical training through field methods and laboratory analysis courses.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL. SL in English is also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in related subjects. Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B.) GCSE English (or equivalent) is required at Grade C/4 or above. GCSE Mathematics at Grade C/4 is also required for Accountancy, Economics and Finance programmes. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3.
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What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 75%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 60%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 35%
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 40%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 55 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 14%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 78%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Introduction to Anthropology: Peoples of the World
- Archaeology in Action
- Introduction to Anthropology: Questions of Diversity
- Caves to Kingdoms: an Introduction to Prehistoric Archaeology
- Academic Writing for Social Sciences
- The Flow of Time: Introductory Field Trip
- Key Debates in Anthropology
- Prehistoric Britain: from Boxgrove to Bede
- Test Tubes and Trowels: an Introduction to Archaeological Science
- Reimagining Colonialism
- Past Lives
- The Archaeology of The North: Lifeways & Cultural Change
- Anthropological Theory
- Professional Archaeology i: Field Methods
- Professional Archaeology II: Post - Excavation Analysis and Employment
- Archaeological Research Project Part 1
- Dissertation in Anthropology By Scholarship
- Current Issues in Archaeology
- Archaeological Research Project Part 2
- Dissertation in Anthropology By Fieldwork
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MA Anthropology and Archaeology at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £33,500. The £28,500 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Forensic and archaeological sciences.
What do graduates of MA Anthropology and Archaeology at University of Aberdeen do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MA Anthropology and Archaeology at University of Aberdeen?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MA Anthropology and Archaeology at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 164 UCAS points.
Does MA Anthropology and Archaeology at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MA Anthropology and Archaeology at University of Aberdeen?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.