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MSc Bioarchaeology: Zooarchaeology

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    MSc 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Course Description

  • Our Zooarchaeology course combines traditional archaeology with branches of natural sciences to examine animal remains and their importance in understanding a broad range of economic and cultural issues
  • You will study faunal evidence to develop an understanding of past human interactions with animals and will learn how to interpret past patterns of hunting and husbandry within their environmental and social context
  • Our bioarchaeology lab is dedicated to the study of anatomical variation, palaeopathological conditions, and the funerary context of human and animal remains
  • This fast-advancing field combines archaeology with branches of natural sciences

Entry Requirements

We are looking for graduates with a 2:2 Honours degree with 53% or above in their first degree in archaeology, history, ancient history, anthropology, biology, geography, geology, chemistry, heritage, or similar. While we normally only accept applicants who meet these criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

You are welcome to make informal approaches to the Programme Director (see above) for advice in advance of your formal application.

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