264 Full-time Master's degrees in Archaeology

This Cuneiform Studies from the University of Oxford is designed to function as a self-contained course in its own right that will provide a satisfying and advanced study of the languages, culture and history of ancient Mesopotamia. It is also intended to take you to the point where you can consider embarking on doctoral research in cuneiform studies (in Akkadian and/or Sumerian).

The Master Programme in the Humanities - Classical Archaeology and Ancient History offered at Uppsala University, gives you a broad education in the history, archaeology, art, religion and philosophy of the Ancient World. You will learn to analyse historical processes and phenomena through fascinating source material. 

Studying the Bioarchaeology MSc course offered by Durham University opens the door to the latest developments in archaeological science, including human bioarchaeology and palaeopathology, stable isotope mass spectrometry, ancient DNA, and environmental archaeology.

The Archaeological and Evolutionary Science (Advanced) program at the Australian National University equips you with the theory and skills required to undertake a scientific study of the past and present of humanity using Archaeology and/or Biological Anthropology perspectives. 

The Palaeoanthropology and Palaeolithic Archaeology MSc at the University College London (UCL), run jointly by the Institute of Archaeology and UCL Anthropology, brings together the expertise of the two departments to provide graduate students with an integrated training in the biological and archaeological aspects of human evolutionary studies.

The University of Aberdeen offers a Master of Science (MSc) in Bioarchaeological Science, designed for a duration of 12 to 24 months. This programme is available for full-time or part-time study, providing a comprehensive exploration of the scientific analysis of human remains, including genetic and isotopic studies.

The postgraduate programme in Archaeology from University Sains Malaysia inspires you to study about the major developments in human past from a systematic and analytical perspectives. 

The Managing Archaeological Sites MA from University College London (UCL) examines why certain archaeological and heritage sites, including World Heritage Sites, are selected for preservation, and how power relationships and different perceptions of contemporary values impact upon this.

Hosted by The University of Arizona Egyptian Expedition, the Egyptian Archaeology (Certificate NDP) studies the practicalities necessary for engaging in archaeological research as related to cultural settings, standard practices and official regulations in Egypt and Sudan.

Are you looking for a world-class education in the archaeology of Europe and the adjacent Mediterranean area? Want to get hands-on experience doing fieldwork at archaeological sites? Then the Archaeology MA programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam – with its two distinct specialisations – may be the programme for you.

The Archaeology M.A. at the University of Lethbridge is a research-focused programme delivered in person. This public study mode degree lasts 24 months full-time or 48 months part-time. Students engage in advanced coursework and a thesis to develop expert skills in the field while working with dedicated supervisors.

At the Archaeology MA program offered by University of Saskatchewan you will study artifacts and other physical remains of earlier societies and communities in order to unravel the mysteries of human cultural diversity and adaptation.

With the History programme at The University of Arizona, you will expand your horizon by going backward in time—building skills to shape the future.

The Heritage Preservation MHP program from Georgia State University offers compelling opportunities to pursue careers relating to the preservation and interpretation of cultural heritage.  

Maritime Archaeology and Conservation from Texas A&M University curriculum is designed to allow students to complete the MS in Maritime Archaeology and Conservation in a two-year framework. 

The Archaeometry student at the METU Middle East Technical University is required to complete the course work which provides an adequate background in the chosen field and to undertake the thesis (for M.S with thesis) and term Project (for M.S. with non-thesis) effectively. 

The Conservation of Cultural Heritage at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a three-year, full-time Master of Arts programme. This practice-focused degree integrates scientific research with scholarly methodology to prepare professionals for the preservation of archaeological and cultural materials globally.

The Archaeology M.Sc. at University College Dublin is a comprehensive graduate programme delivered on campus. Available in both full-time and part-time public study modes, this one-year or two-year course provides advanced training in archaeological practice, material culture, and landscape studies for aspiring professionals.

With Global Archaeology the study of our past can help you understand and resolve current societal issues. Explore the dynamics in past societies: innovation, adaptation, resilience and resistance in processes of long- and short-term changes.

This Archaeology MRes course from University of Nottingham is ideal If you are looking to prepare for a PhD in archaeology, or for further career development in archaeology and heritage.