BA (Hons) Archaeology

Evidence shows there's been a huge surge in demand for archaeologists in the UK following a sharp rise in infrastructure projects, so there's never been a better time to study this degree at BU. This course is among the first to receive joint accreditation from the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, and the University Archaeology UK group (UAUK). Choosing an accredited degree is widely recognised as the first step on a career path leading to professional status. Take the degree as a BA or BSc according to whether you prefer an arts-based or scientific route. Everyone studies the same first year, so it's easy to transfer from one to the other Become a highly skilled practitioner experienced in all forms of landscape survey, remote sensing, excavation and recording Learn through expert-led lectures, seminars and an exciting range of relevant fieldwork opportunities all over the UK Undertake a five-week or optional 30-week work placement, you may get to take part in excavations organised by our active team of archaeologists Attend BU's Field School, a large-scale real site excavation where students have discovered significant finds that have changed the way we view the past Within 15 months of graduating, 80% of students were in employment or further study.

This course requires 104120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.
Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs)
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies.
A-level and AS levels 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Access to HE Diploma 102118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
BTEC National
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Foundation Diploma/90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Extended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
Cambridge Technical
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
International Baccalaureate Certificates 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.
International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 2831 points.
Scottish Highers 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Scottish Advanced Highers 104120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
T Levels
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).

IELTS - 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in either reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components
TOEFL iBT - Overall 60