Archaeology Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Overview

The Archaeology MA programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam gives you a world-class education in the archaeology of Europe and the adjacent Mediterranean area. You will obtain advanced skills that enable you to define relevant research questions, conduct independent research, and to report your findings according to the highest professional standards.

This Master’s is offered jointly by VU Amsterdam and the University of Amsterdam – combining their expertise in Archaeology, Ancient History and Classics in the Amsterdam Centre for Ancient Studies and Archaeology (ACASA). This merging of specialisations encourages collaboration and extends the options when it comes to the supervision of your Master’s thesis. Not only is the teaching strongly related to the research expertise of the staff, but you’ll also be a partner in research during your studies.

Key Facts

A Master's degree in Archaeology prepares you for a broad range of career opportunities – some involving in-depth knowledge of archaeology, but many in other sectors that could benefit from your academic skills.

Graduates from the programme have found positions in commercial archaeological research; local, national or international heritage management agencies; the presentation of archaeology to the public; the broad cultural heritage sector, including museums, archives, journalism and cultural tourism; the IT sector; and even banking and business administration.