
Overview
Past societies responded to and treated their dead in a range of diverse ways, providing archaeologists with crucial insights into their workings.
Funerary archaeology combines analysis of human remains with their archaeological context to take a truly interdisciplinary approach to studying both life and death in the past.
You'll have the chance to develop your skills in a range of different methods and techniques, but all centred on learning how to investigate death and burial in the past.
The flexible nature of the Funerary Archaeology course from University of York enables you to pursue your own particular period or methodological interests by selecting modules that appeal to your research interests. You'll work alongside internationally renowned specialists and gain 'hands on' experience of the analysis of human remains. You'll get the chance to learn through field trips to local museums and relevant sites, such as the prehistoric monuments in the Yorkshire Wolds.
Careers and skills
This course will prepare you for roles in a range of sectors, including heritage, commercial archaeology, film/television, journalism and academia. You'll also develop transferable skills that are applicable to a multitude of careers beyond archaeology and heritage.
Career opportunities
Previous graduates have gone into roles such as:
- Funerary archaeology specialist
- Museum education/outreach
- Museum collections
- Commercial archaeologist
- Researcher
- Heritage film-maker
- Cultural heritage journalist
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Visit university websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- The archaeology of the human bone
- Debates in Funerary Archaeology
- Human bone practical skills
- Animal Bones for Archaeologists
- Death and Burial in the Age of the Vikings
- Geometric Morphometrics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 or equivalent in Archaeology, Anthropology or a related field. We also consider applicants who have a 2:2 degree and relevant work experience.
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International
22250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22250 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9990 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9990 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part-time (2 years)
- UK: £4,995
- International/EU: £11,125
- UK: £3,330
- International/EU: £7,417
Living costs for York
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