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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad
University of Southampton
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad course at University of Southampton.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
Typical Offer: BBB If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: BBB and grade A in the EPQ We are committed to ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a student’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Students who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking.
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 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £24,200 per year |
| International | £24,200 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: V403
Here's what University of Southampton says about its Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad course.
Explore how humans and our ancestors engaged with the world, and gain a fascinating insight into what it means to be human. This archaeology and anthropology with year abroad course combines aspects of the humanities and the sciences. You'll study global human diversity in time and space, in a truly interdisciplinary way. Along with studying the theoretical background, you'll do fieldwork as part of an active research project in the UK or abroad.
The modular structure allows you to personalise your degree to choose aspects of archaeology and Anthropology that interest you most. You'll deepen your understanding of archaeology with at least 3 weeks of practical experience of field work.
Our year abroad destinations include Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, German, Norway and Poland.
Our digital humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting-edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audio-visual centre. Supported by an expert team, these technologies will enable you to start making and exploring in new and immersive ways.
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Archaeology
Location
Main Site - Highfield Campus | Southampton
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time with time abroad
Subjects
• Archaeology
• Anthropology
Start date
September 22, 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
You will study a variety of topics that cover the fundamental aspects of Archaeology and Anthropology and you will have the opportunity to tailor your course to your interests by choosing some of your modules. Just some of the modules you may study include: The Development of Archaeological and Anthropological Thought; Human Origins; Exploring Other Cultues; Ancient and Medieval Worlds; Cosmology, Ritual and Belief; Psycholinguistics. For further module information visit https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/archaeology-anthropology-with-year-abroad-degree-ba#modules.
How you will be assessed
On this course you will learn through a range of activities that may include lectures, classes and tutorials, coursework, individual and group projects, and independent learning (studying on your own).
You will be able to demonstrate what you have learnt through a variety of assessment methods, such as examinations, essays, extended essays, practical assignments in both the laboratory and the field, presentations, portfolios and the dissertation.
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor who will offer support and advice throughout your studies. You will also receive feedback throughout your course, enabling you to identify areas for improvement before your work is formally assessed.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad course at University of Southampton features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
96%
high
Teaching on my course
96%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
92%
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?
92%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
low
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?
75%
med
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?
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
77%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
83%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
75%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
67%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
75%
high
Academic support
88%
med
Academic support
88%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
83%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
med
Organisation and management
67%
med
Organisation and management
67%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
75%
med
How well organised is your course?
58%
low
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
92%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
100%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
67%
low
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
64%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
75%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
82%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
73%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
64%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
92%
med
Teaching on my course
92%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
82%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
96%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
89%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
Learning opportunities
84%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
86%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
96%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
64%
low
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
96%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
86%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
86%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
68%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
79%
med
Academic support
95%
med
Academic support
95%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
96%
med
Organisation and management
82%
med
Organisation and management
82%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
81%
med
How well organised is your course?
82%
med
Learning resources
84%
med
Learning resources
84%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
82%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
82%
med
Student voice
74%
med
Student voice
74%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
58%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
79%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
82%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
64%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
79%
med
Student information
The Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad course at University of Southampton features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
| History | B | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| English Literature | B | |||||
| Religious Studies | B | |||||
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| History | B | |||||
| Biology | B | |||||
| Geography | B | |||||
| Chemistry | C | |||||
| Classical Civilisation | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Southampton graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
45%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
55%
Say it fits with future plans
20%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Sales occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Protective service occupations
10%
Welfare and housing associate professionals
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
55%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
35%
Natural and social science professionals
15%
Sales occupations
15%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Archaeology and Anthropology with Year Abroad course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of Southampton graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£20.4k
First year after graduation
£26.6k
Third year after graduation
£31k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£19.7k
First year after graduation
£26.3k
Third year after graduation
£32.8k
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 and Anthropology with Year Abroad.
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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