Overview

The Heritage and Archaeology programme at the Royal Agricultural University provides a comprehensive foundation for students seeking to master the complexities of the historic environment. This degree is specifically structured to address professional skills gaps at both specialist and managerial levels within the global heritage industry. By engaging with this curriculum, learners gain the versatility required to navigate various roles in museums, galleries, and archaeological excavations.

Why Heritage and Archaeology at Royal Agricultural University?

Choosing to study at this institution places you at the forefront of land-based education, drawing upon 180 years of academic heritage. The university offers a unique hybrid teaching model, allowing students to participate in lectures and seminars either in person or through digital formats. This flexibility is ideal for those balancing professional commitments with postgraduate study. Students benefit from the expertise of the Cultural Heritage Institute and access to specialised fieldwork facilities that enhance practical learning.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 22000 per year
National fee: GBP 11500 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core taught modules and a significant research project. Modules may include:

Past in Principles and Practice
Specialist Project by Practice or Research
Understanding Buildings and Landscapes
Heritage Interpretation
Practical Conservation, Retrofitting and Sustainability
Landscape Archaeology
Evacuation and Post Excavation
Dissertation

Careers with Heritage and Archaeology

Graduates are well-equipped for a variety of shortage occupations within the heritage and archaeology sectors. The programme prepares individuals for specialist, consultancy, and managerial roles across diverse organisations. Potential career pathways include working as a conservation officer, heritage consultant, or buildings and landscape archaeologist. Graduates also find success as finds specialists, project officers, and researchers within local authorities, heritage agencies, or educational bodies focused on heritage interpretation.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Landscape Archaeology
Debates in Archaeology
Evacuation and Post Excavation
Practical Conservation, Regeneration and Place Shaping
Managing and Sustaining the Historical Environment
Heritage Interpretation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-29 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cirencester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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61

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An Undergraduate Honours Degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or overseas equivalent, or a professional qualification and/or experience considered to be equivalent to the above.
We welcome applications from applicants with non-standard qualifications who are able to demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills developed in the workplace or elsewhere and which are relevant to the programme of study.
Applicants will need to use their personal statement to provide further details supported by a CV. All non-standard applications will be considered by the Programme Manager on a case-by-case basis and applicants can expect that an interview may be required as part of the admissions process.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22000 GBP / year

≈ 22000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11500 GBP / year

≈ 11500 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time: Fees are calculated on a pro-rata basis depending on the number of modules taken.

Funding

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