MSc Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology

at Durham University

Course structure

Core modules

Term 1
 

• Osteoprofiling

• Research Skills in Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology

Term 2
 

• Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology: Theory and Practice

Optional Modules available in previous years include
 

• Isotope and Biomolecular Archaeology

• Palaeopathology: Theory and Method

• Candidates are expected to have a minimum of a 2.1 degree or equivalent. You might have a UG degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Forensic or Crime Scene Science. However, students from a wide variety of backgrounds are admitted, including students with undergraduate degrees in Natural and Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Geography, as well Classics and History.
• IELTS 7.0 or above with no component below 6.5; TOEFL IBT (Internet Based Test) 102 or above (with no component below 25).

Full Time Fees
 

• Home students    £11,900 per year
• EU students    £23,900 per year
• Island students    £11,900 per year
• International students    £23,900 per year

The tuition fees shown are for one complete academic year of study, are set according to the academic year of entry, and remain the same throughout the duration of the programme for that cohort (unless otherwise stated).

Many of our postgraduates move into an academic career, either teaching or by taking up post-doctoral research positions in universities. Others join museums or national and regional heritage organisations. Some work in professional archaeology, in national or local planning departments, while others elect to use their analytical and presentation skills to gain positions in industry, commerce and government.