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The University of Edinburgh: Archaeology
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of History, Classics and Archaeology |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
We have a long and distinguished tradition of teaching, research and fieldwork in archaeology at Edinburgh, all of which are closely integrated.
We have active research contacts with:
- National Museums of Scotland
- Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre
- Historic Environment Scotland
**Breadth of expertise**
We have a wide range of expertise covering different areas, time periods and themes, including:
- Bioarchaeology and isotope studies
- Egyptology
- Roman and ‘Celtic’ archaeology
- The Byzantine World and Late Antiquity
- Megalithic monuments
- Prehistory of Europe, the Mediterranean and North-East Africa
- Early civilisations and urban societies
- The archaeology of Scotland
- Cultural heritage and sustainability
- Digital heritage and heritage policy
- Archaeomaterials analysis
- Human evolution
- Conflict archaeology
- Medieval archaeology
- Computational archaeology
- Marine and coastal archaeology
- Buildings archaeology
- Archaeological survey (Landscape Archaeology)
**Focal areas of research include:**
- Bioarchaeology/ Human Osteoarchaeology/ Biological Anthropology
- Human–environment interactions
- The transition from hunter-gatherer to farming communities
- The development of complex societies
- Cultural heritage perspectives on the past, present, and future
Our research profile in classical and historical archaeology has also expanded in recent years.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
We have a long and distinguished tradition of teaching, research and fieldwork in archaeology at Edinburgh, all of which are closely integrated.
We have active research contacts with:
- National Museums of Scotland
- Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre
- Historic Environment Scotland
**Breadth of expertise**
We have a wide range of expertise covering different areas, time periods and themes, including:
- Bioarchaeology and isotope studies
- Egyptology
- Roman and ‘Celtic’ archaeology
- The Byzantine World and Late Antiquity
- Megalithic monuments
- Prehistory of Europe, the Mediterranean and North-East Africa
- Early civilisations and urban societies
- The archaeology of Scotland
- Cultural heritage and sustainability
- Digital heritage and heritage policy
- Archaeomaterials analysis
- Human evolution
- Conflict archaeology
- Medieval archaeology
- Computational archaeology
- Marine and coastal archaeology
- Buildings archaeology
- Archaeological survey (Landscape Archaeology)
**Focal areas of research include:**
- Bioarchaeology/ Human Osteoarchaeology/ Biological Anthropology
- Human–environment interactions
- The transition from hunter-gatherer to farming communities
- The development of complex societies
- Cultural heritage perspectives on the past, present, and future
Our research profile in classical and historical archaeology has also expanded in recent years.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
MSc
Summary
This programme is taught by experts and specialists in fields such as:
- European archaeology
- Mediterranean archaeology
- science-based archaeology
- theoretical archaeology
It offers a range of courses and allows you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and take advantage of the experience of our staff, and those in related programmes in history, classics and geography. You will develop an in-depth understanding of archaeological methods and theories, their links with the historical, social and natural sciences, and aspects of archaeological practice.
The programme prepares you for a professional role in archaeology or further study at doctoral level.
**Facilities**
We have excellent facilities, including:
- dedicated study space
- archaeological and computing laboratories
- teaching and reference collections
Edinburgh is ideal for archaeological study and research, allowing you to benefit from the presence of national and local institutions and heritage agencies, such as:
- the excellent archaeological collections of the National Museum
- the archival and bibliographic resources of Historic Environment Scotland
- several commercial archaeology companies
**Breadth of expertise**
We have a wide range of expertise covering different areas, time periods and themes, including
- Bioarchaeology and isotope studies
- Egyptology
- Roman and ‘Celtic’ archaeology
- The Byzantine World and Late Antiquity
- Megalithic monuments
- Prehistory of Europe, the Mediterranean and North-East Africa
- Early civilisations and urban societies
- The archaeology of Scotland
- Cultural heritage and sustainability
- Digital heritage and heritage policy
- Archaeomaterials analysis
- Human evolution
- Conflict archaeology
- Medieval archaeology
- Computational archaeology
- Marine and coastal archaeology
- Buildings archaeology
- Archaeological survey - Landscape Archaeology
Focal areas of research include:
- Bioarchaeology/ Human Osteoarchaeology/ Biological Anthropology
- Human–environment interactions
- The transition from hunter-gatherer to farming communities
- The development of complex societies
- Cultural heritage perspectives on the past, present, and future
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
This programme is taught by experts and specialists in fields such as:
- European archaeology
- Mediterranean archaeology
- science-based archaeology
- theoretical archaeology
It offers a range of courses and allows you to tailor your studies to suit your interests and take advantage of the experience of our staff, and those in related programmes in history, classics and geography. You will develop an in-depth understanding of archaeological methods and theories, their links with the historical, social and natural sciences, and aspects of archaeological practice.
The programme prepares you for a professional role in archaeology or further study at doctoral level.
**Facilities**
We have excellent facilities, including:
- dedicated study space
- archaeological and computing laboratories
- teaching and reference collections
Edinburgh is ideal for archaeological study and research, allowing you to benefit from the presence of national and local institutions and heritage agencies, such as:
- the excellent archaeological collections of the National Museum
- the archival and bibliographic resources of Historic Environment Scotland
- several commercial archaeology companies
**Breadth of expertise**
We have a wide range of expertise covering different areas, time periods and themes, including
- Bioarchaeology and isotope studies
- Egyptology
- Roman and ‘Celtic’ archaeology
- The Byzantine World and Late Antiquity
- Megalithic monuments
- Prehistory of Europe, the Mediterranean and North-East Africa
- Early civilisations and urban societies
- The archaeology of Scotland
- Cultural heritage and sustainability
- Digital heritage and heritage policy
- Archaeomaterials analysis
- Human evolution
- Conflict archaeology
- Medieval archaeology
- Computational archaeology
- Marine and coastal archaeology
- Buildings archaeology
- Archaeological survey - Landscape Archaeology
Focal areas of research include:
- Bioarchaeology/ Human Osteoarchaeology/ Biological Anthropology
- Human–environment interactions
- The transition from hunter-gatherer to farming communities
- The development of complex societies
- Cultural heritage perspectives on the past, present, and future
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 27th in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.
Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
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