Archaeology and Heritage (Archaeology)
The innovative, interdisciplinary two-year Research Master's programme Archaeology and Heritage provides a strong theoretical and conceptual foundation in in heritage studies, archaeology and material culture, while crucially teaching you how these fields intersect in the past and present. We investigate the reciprocal relationships between objects and meanings, and the dynamics of memory, from diverse theoretical and methodological perspectives.
Partnerships
Amsterdam, UNESCO World Heritage
Fieldwork opportunities
Choose your interests
Is Archaeology and Heritage right for you?
- You are interested in expanding your knowledge of archaeology and heritage, alongside a willingness and curiosity to integrate academic research with practical skills.
- You are eager to conduct independent research, adept at formulating research questions, collecting material, applying theory and crafting a thesis.
- You are enthusiastic, highly motivated and passionate about how archaeology and heritage can make a difference to the contemporary world.
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Degree certificate
The Research Master's in Archaeology and Heritage is an accredited degree programme of Archaeology. After successful completion of this programme, you will receive a legally accredited Master’s degree in Archaeology and the title Master of Arts (MA).
Our world-class academics in heritage and historical archaeology will ensure that you acquire a sound knowledge of theoretical approaches, and that you also enhance your practical skills through self-directed research and project work.Dr James Symonds
- Degree programme
- Research MA Archaeology
- Type
- Regular study programme
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 120 ECTS, 24 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 60133
- Location
- University Quarter