Archaeology
About this course
BSc/MA/MA(SocSci) in Archaeology, an archaeology degree centred on the study of past human interaction through material culture within Psychology and Archaeology. Core topics include Research Methods. Students can undertake practical fieldwork on excavation projects in the UK and internationally across Europe and the Near East. The first year introduces foundational study through Archaeology 1A: The Archaeology of Scotland and Archaeology 1B: Archaeology in the Modern World. The second year builds on this with Archaeology 2A: 20 Things that Changed the World and Archaeology 2B:Theory and Practice. In later years, students select from a wide range of options including Historical Landscapes of the Eastern Mediterranean, Geographical Information Systems in Archaeology, and Environmental Archaeology; Plants, Animals and People. Optional studies also cover specialised subjects such as Experimental Archaeology, Public Archaeology, and Virtual Pasts (3D Computer Graphics and VR for Archaeology and Museums) UG. The curriculum includes the Archaeology Dissertation (Joint Hons) and Archaeology Dissertation (Single Hons).
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level English or another Humanities subject.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: English HL6 or Humanities HL6 with English SL6.) Scottish Higher: BBBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAB by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject at AA. (AB or BA may be considered). Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 13 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: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 84%
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: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
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: 40%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Caring personal services: 15%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 285 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 14%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 65%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Modules
- Archaeology 1A: The Archaeology of Scotland
- Archaeology 1B: Archaeology in the Modern World
- Archaeology 2A: 20 Things that Changed the World
- Archaeology 2B:Theory and Practice
- Historical Landscapes of the Eastern Mediterranean
- Landscape and Power in Ancient Western Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean
- Settlement and Society in Scandinavian Scotland
- The British Neolithic
- Kingdoms and societies in northern Britain AD 400-800
- Theory & Interpretation in Archaeology
- Geographical Information Systems in Archaeology
- Archaeology of Religion
- Viking Movements
- The International Age in the East Mediterranean and its Aftermath (ca. 1600-900 BC)
- Mesolithic Hunter-gatherer Lifeworlds
- Advanced Heritage Project
- Environmental Archaeology; Plants, Animals and People
- Public Archaeology
- Cloth and Clothing
- Experimental Archaeology
- Reflexive Archaeological Practice
- Feasting like the Ancients: An Inter-Disciplinary Approach to Early Food and Drink
- Practical Heritage Experience (Senior Honours)
- Remote Sensing for Human Ecology and Archaeology
- Archaeology, Games and Interactive Media
- Contemporary and future archaeologies
- Archaeological Digital Imaging
- The Gaelic Kingdom of Alba and the Formation of Scotland AD 800-1100 (Hons)
- Being Human in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia
- People in a Changing World
- Assembling the Artefacts
- Virtual Pasts (3D Computer Graphics and VR for Archaeology and Museums) UG
- Archaeology Dissertation (Joint Hons)
- Archaeology Dissertation (Single Hons)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Archaeology at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £35,500. The £29,500 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of Archaeology at University of Glasgow do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Archaeology at University of Glasgow?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Archaeology at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 177 UCAS points.
Is Archaeology at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does Archaeology at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Archaeology at University of Glasgow?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.