Overview

This Early Prehistory and Human Origins course from University of York offers a broad range of essential skills and expertise, specialist knowledge and insight, which are relevant to a wide variety of careers or further study.

Quick Facts:

The archaeology of human origins is a fascinating and dynamic area of research, with new evidence and theories constantly changing our interpretation of who we are.
You'll have the opportunity to work on pioneering studies with the potential for significant media exposure and gain ‘hands on’ experience of museum collections at the York Museum. You'll be able to select modules to allow you to explore your own research interests and have the chance to visit Upper Palaeolithic rock art on a field trip to Creswell Crags.
Many of our students go on to pursue research at PhD level while others have taken up careers in heritage, conservation, the archaeology sector and academia.

Career opportunities

PhD level research
Heritage careers
Conservation work
the Archaeology sector work
Positions within academia

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Becoming human: evolving minds and societies

Hunting and gathering societies

Mesolithic Lifeways

Interpreting Animal Remains

Using Archaeological Data

Human Bone Practicals

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-09-05 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Ancient History View 321 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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120

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 or equivalent in Archaeology, Anthropology or a related field.
Mature students or those with less conventional qualifications but with relevant experience in this field will be considered. To find out if your professional experience or qualifications are appropriate, please contact the Course Director.

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Tuition Fee

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International

25900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25900 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

11200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11200 GBP per year during 12 months.

Part-time

UK: £5,600

International/EU: £12,950

Part-time

UK: £3,733

International/EU: £8,633

Living costs for York

646 - 1124 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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