Work with leading scholars on a project of your choice. Make a significant and original contribution to knowledge through a research degree in Archaeology or Anthropology.
Why study with us
- Field research is at the core of everything we do. Recent research projects have taken students across the UK, to Greece, Türkiye and the USA.
- We research collaboratively with many professional archaeological organisations in the UK and abroad.
- The Centre for Field Archaeology and Forensic Taphonomy has a vibrant research student community, with many students working in the centre.
What you'll do
- Research degrees allow you to work on a project of your choice, producing a dissertation which is a significant and original contribution to knowledge.
- You will work with a supervisory team of two experienced members of staff and meet regularly with your Director of Studies to guide your research.
- You may also broaden your knowledge by attending modules from taught programmes in the school.
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I'm grateful for the community the university provided, and the opportunities to grow as a researcher. I was supported by a generous, knowledgeable and experienced team. The tools and techniques learnt during my PhD have helped my career in research and knowledge exchange operations.
UCLan staff are research active across a range of areas within the disciplines. We would welcome applications from students who are interested in researching in the following areas:
- Anglo-Saxon England
- Archaeological ethics
- Archaeology of native North America
- Archaeology of the modern world
- Cave archaeology
Entry requirements
- PhD via MPhil: Masters’ degree with a merit or distinction in a related field or equivalent professional experience in the discipline
- MSc by Research: Honours degree of 2:1 or above in a related field or equivalent professional experience in the discipline.
Not got the grades?
Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.
Fees and funding
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Future careers
A research degree in Archaeology or Anthropology shows a wide range of high-level and transferable skills. Some graduates go on to research work and teaching within academia. Others work as professional archaeologists or use their skills in a range of related occupations.
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