121 Master's degrees in Archaeology in United Kingdom

The Archaeology programme at University of Glasgow has an active postgraduate community, carrying out research on a wide range of topics from the Mesolithic to the present day and from Northern Scandinavia to the Eastern Mediterranean.

Master the tools of data science to discover new insights from the humanities. Work with world-class collections, expert academics, and real-world projects during this Data Science and Digital Humanities course from Newcastle University.

Explore people's changing relationships with the world’s oceans and seas at this Maritime Archaeology MSc course offered at the University of Southampton. You’ll study the technologies of seafaring, histories of environmental change, and underwater landscapes. This subject incorporates elements of traditional archaeology, ethnography, maritime history and marine science. 

The Archaeology programme from The University of Exeter is a flexible programme that allows you to tailor your modules to fit your own interests across the first two terms. 

This Digital Archaeology course from University of York provides practical experience and a broad foundation in computing applications that is highly valued in the heritage sector. 

The MSc in Human Bioarchaeology and Palaeopathology at Durham University is a one-year full-time programme designed to provide you with essential skills and knowledge for research into human remains. This unique course offers a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between biological evidence and cultural context, preparing you for a rewarding career in archaeology.

Cultural Astronomy and Astrology (Part-time) from The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is a unique course which deals with the ways in which human beings attribute meaning to the planets, stars and sky, and construct cosmologies which provide the basis for culture and society.

This MSc in Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology at Durham University spans one year of full-time study. It offers an in-depth exploration of the scientific principles necessary for addressing sensitive human events. The programme is designed to equip students with the skills to conduct research or pursue careers in this emotive field.

This MSc Environmental Archaeology from University College London (UCL) provides participants with a theoretical understanding of research questions and methodologies in the study of past human-environment interactions, including subsistence and subsistence change.

Designed for University College London (UCL) students wishing to pursue a career in the practice of heritage conservation, this Conservation for Archaeology and Museums programme consists of one year's training at the Institute of Archaeology, with an emphasis on developing practical experience under specialist guidance in the conservation laboratories.

This Archaeology (Distance Learning) programme at the University of Huddersfield puts you at the centre of work that explores major historical and contemporary issues. 

Our Classical Art and Archaeology course at Royal Holloway University of London is designed for those who want to further their understanding of the classical world through the advanced study of the art and archaeology of the Greeks and Romans. 

The Classical Art and Archaeology course at King's College London offers you the opportunity to study Greek and Roman art and archaeology at one of the largest Classics departments in the UK.

This Environmental Archaeology programme at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is designed to help you build not just an advanced understanding of the field, but the real-world, professional skills you'll need for a rewarding career in archaeology and related sectors.

Spend a year digging into the archaeology and cultural heritage of the Mediterranean, Egypt and Middle East, working with UCL’s renowned researchers. Explore UCL’s own museums and internationally-significant collections; interact with the British Museum at this Archaeology of the Mediterranean, Egypt and Middle East MA programme offered by UCL.

The MPhil in Archaeology offered at the University of Oxford is designed for those interested in continuing to a doctorate in Classical archaeology, and for those with experience in other areas of classical studies wishing to develop an understanding of the material culture.

This Archaeology and Heritage of Asia MA course offered at the University College London (UCL) is unique in the UK in providing such a comprehensive overview of Asian archaeology and cultural heritage. 

The Archaeological Studies MLitt at the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers a unique focus on the North Atlantic region. This one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme provides advanced training in archaeological theory and practice through flexible online or on-campus study modes.

Scientific analysis plays an important role in the study of archaeological materials. This Archaeological Science - Technology and Materials MSc from University College London (UCL)  integrates teaching in materials science and the archaeology of technology with practical training in the instrumental analysis of archaeological and heritage objects.

The MSc in Archaeology at the University of Oxford provides an opportunity for students to build on their knowledge from undergraduate studies and to specialise in a particular area of archaeology, while also offering an excellent foundation for those wishing to continue towards research at doctoral level. It also offers transferable skills which are beneficial to a range of professional roles.