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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Archaeology course at University of Lancashire.
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A level
104 to 112 UCAS points at A2
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Lancashire. These students are taking Archaeology or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| History | B |
| Psychology | C |
| Classical Civilisation | C |
| Chemistry | B |
| Biology | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: V400
Here's what University of Lancashire says about its Archaeology course.
Course Overview
If you're interested in the story of human beings; how we evolved, why we live in different sorts of societies around the world, and how we interact with one another and the environment, then Archaeology & Anthropology is the course for you.
Why study with us
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Benefits from state-of-the-art laboratory facilities including dedicated human bone labs, an archaeological science lab with areas for processing finds, a soil flotation unit, an imaging suite with 3D scanners and a suite of cutting-edge geophysical and excavation equipment.
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Our teaching collection includes one of the largest anthropological collections of human remains in the country.
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We offer a selection of local, national and international fieldwork. Previous students have undertaken archaeological excavations at Stonehenge, tombs in Orkney and caves in California.
What you'll do
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You'll have the flexibility to delve into the specialist areas that interest you most, with optional units in everything from cultural anthropology to human remains.
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We have an experienced team of research-active staff, with an excellent staff-student ratio – ensuring you'll have plenty of personal support and attention.
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With the addition of a major research project, you can convert your degree to the four-year MSci qualification.
Accreditations
- This course has been accredited by the CifA. Nationally we are one of only seven universities to receive this accreditation. In their report, assessors commented that 'The focus on excavation and field archaeology is clearly a unique selling point of the department, and it is clear that students leave with an unparalleled level and range of experience.'
Future careers
Our BSc (Hons) Archaeology course offers the specialist knowledge and hands-on skills you'll need to explore a career in this fascinating profession.
Source: University of Lancashire
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
School of Law and Policing
Location
Preston Campus | Preston
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Archaeology
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
The modules you will study
Please visit The University of Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
University of Lancashire student reviews
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Facilities are awesome from library to a huge student centre and a student union
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Course is really great with a lot of opportunities
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University is really nice with a lot of student support and the staff is really helpful
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Lancashire
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Lancashire students who took the Archaeology course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
98%
high
Teaching on my course
98%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
96%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
100%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
96%
high
Learning opportunities
99%
high
Learning opportunities
99%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
100%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
100%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
100%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
96%
high
Assessment and feedback
98%
high
Assessment and feedback
98%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
100%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
93%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
100%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
96%
high
Academic support
100%
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Academic support
100%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
100%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
98%
high
Organisation and management
98%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
100%
high
How well organised is your course?
96%
high
Learning resources
94%
high
Learning resources
94%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
100%
high
Student voice
93%
high
Student voice
93%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
89%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
93%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
96%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
83%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
93%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Lancashire. These students are taking Archaeology or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Archaeology at University of Lancashire.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Lancashire graduates who took Archaeology - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£18.2k
First year after graduation
£22.3k
Third year after graduation
£28.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Archaeology.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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University of Lancashire open days
If you’re looking to start university, you’ll know that the best way to find out what it’s really like is to visit in person.
The University of Lancashire is holding open days on –
Undergraduate
Burnley – Thursday 16 April, 5-7.30pm
Preston – Saturday 20 June, 9am-3pm
Preston – Sunday 16 August, 9am-3pm
Postgraduate
Preston – Wednesday 18 March, 4-7pm
Burnley – Thursday 16 April, 5-7.30pm
Preston – Wednesday 3 June, 4-7pm
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