Archaeology and History, BA (Hons)

This Archaeology and History degree traces human development from hunter-gatherers to modern societies, blending textual, visual, and material evidence. Students explore diverse periods through scientific analysis of artifacts and historical research, debate, and theory, spanning the Palaeolithic to the recent past. The curriculum covers Britain to the Far East and North America, addressing themes like race, rights, propaganda, the Middle Ages, evolution, culture via osteology, and personal narratives through letters. Practical elements include UK and international fieldwork, site visits, museums, and an on-campus Nottingham Museum, enhanced by joint honours' varied skills and assessments.Ranked Top 20 for Archaeology and Forensic Science (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024), it boasts 95% student satisfaction with teaching (NSS 2024). Access specialist labs, Manuscripts and Special Collections, broad modules from prehistory to present, school volunteering, flexible topic exploration, 10-day fieldwork option, placements support, and 'Engaged Arts' modules on real-world challenges like sustainability. A Foundation Year is available via UCAS for those facing entry barriers.