Archaeology, BA (Hons)

At the University of Nottingham, archaeology explores the human narrative from prehistory to the modern era, building on foundational knowledge through specialist modules like human bones or medieval castles. Students undertake 20 days of fieldwork, such as excavations in the UK or abroad, and engage in the core module "Communicating the Past," where groups develop interactive public heritage activities. Examples include designing a museum exhibition on Europe's Ice Age hunter-gatherers or creating an escape room based on Hadrian's Wall. Collaborations with the British Geological Survey and on-campus resources provide hands-on artefact sessions, fostering a comprehensive understanding of archaeological theory, practice, and global cultures. Students may also select complementary modules in fields like history or languages.The programme structures 120 credits annually, starting with introductory core modules on archaeological principles and methods, even for newcomers. Year one focuses on general concepts and optional topics in ancient history, without contributing to the final classification. Year two delves into core modules like "Archaeology: Theory and Practice" alongside thematic options, counting for 33% of the degree. Year three culminates in a research dissertation and advanced modules, comprising 67% of the classification, with at least eight hours of weekly contact through lectures and seminars.