Overview

You will gain expertise in the human fossil record, ancient DNA/proteomics and Neanderthal archaeology/spatial analysis. Through LJMU’s collaboration with the Poulton Project, you will have access to archaeological sites with burials and large skeletal collections for practical training. You will also benefit from learning in dedicated laboratory facilities for osteological analyses and practical field training in the excavation and recording of human skeletal remains.

Career paths

You will develop a range of skill sets which will be valuable for many careers, including data collection and statistical analysis, scientific writing, public presentations and working as a team. The Human Evolution programme offered at Liverpool John Moores University offers you the opportunity to learn a set of scientific skills useful in future careers in academia, the private sector or in associated scientific or heritage industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Human Variation and Adaption

Ancient DNA and Proteomics

Advanced Osteology and Skeletal Pathology

Archaeological Field Skills

Palaeoanthropology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Anthropology Biology View 238 other Masters in Biology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Students will be expected to have at least an upper second undergraduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Biology, or any other cognate science discipline.

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Liverpool

United Kingdom

556 - 1035 GBP / month

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