Overview

Students are given an overview of the various subjects in natural history archaeology, particularly in the first semester, and then specialize in one of the disciplines of archaeobotany, archaeometry, geoarchaeology, paleoanthropology, archaeo- and paleogenetics, stone age archaeology, or zooarchaeology. The program does not focus on specific periods or regions, but rather focuses on methods and topics

Careers

Graduates of the Archaeology programme at University of Tübingen will work in research institutes, universities, heritage agencies, environmental agencies, planning offices, excavation companies, prospecting companies, but also, for example, in science journalism and other professional fields. Graduates have advantages in the archaeological job market as they have additional qualifications that are not taught in traditional archaeological degree programs.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Archaeobotany and Paleoethnobotany

Archaeometry

Geoarchaeology

Paleoanthropology

Paleogenetics

Stone Age Archaeology

Zooarchaeology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tübingen, Germany

Disciplines

Archaeology View 8 other Masters in Archaeology in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with a grade of at least 2.5 (German grading system) or better
English language proficiency equivalent to CEFR level B2 (e.g. TOEFL 79 iBT, IELTS 6.5). English classes at the German “Abitur” level are considered adequate as well.

It’s recommended that students hold either a:

Bachelor in Archaeology (ideally with some additional experience in Natural Sciences)
Or a Bachelor in Natural Sciences (ideally with some additional experience in Archaeology)

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Students from EU and EC countries only have to pay the semester fee. Semester fees: 199,80 euros per semester.

Living costs

Tübingen

Germany

630 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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